Orell
Latin · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Orell
Orell is a diminutive or variant form of the name Aurel, derived from the Latin "aureus" meaning "golden" or "gilded." The name has roots in the Roman era, notably associated with the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
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Etymology
Orell is a diminutive or variant form of the name Aurel, derived from the Latin "aureus" meaning "golden" or "gilded." The name has roots in the Roman era, notably associated with the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
The name is primarily used in Germanic and Swiss cultures, particularly in Switzerland and German-speaking regions, with historical use among both secular and Christian populations.
Orell currently ranks #6,769 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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