Pharelle
Irish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Pharelle
Pharelle is a modern variant of Farrell, derived from the Irish Gaelic "Ó Fearghail," meaning "descendant of Fearghail," where Fearghail combines "fear" (man) and "gal" (valor).
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Etymology
Pharelle is a modern variant of Farrell, derived from the Irish Gaelic "Ó Fearghail," meaning "descendant of Fearghail," where Fearghail combines "fear" (man) and "gal" (valor). The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly among African American communities in the United States, with notable modern usage by entertainer Pharrell Williams.
Pharelle currently ranks #2,470 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2003.
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