Durrell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Durrell has its origins in Old French, meaning 'hard' or 'strong'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with traits of resilience. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained traction in the 19th century and is currently seen as distinctive and strong, with notable figures like Gerald Durrell popularizing it.
The name Durrell is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Durrell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Durrell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4785th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3221st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2843rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2350th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1487th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4257th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6796th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Durrell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Durrell"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʌrəl/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Durrell is derived from the Old French word 'durelle', which means 'hard' or 'strong'. It has been associated with resilience and toughness.
Meaning
hard, strong
Language Evolution
Durelle (Old French), Durrel (Middle English), Durrell (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, partly due to its association with notable figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Durrel, Durell, Durel
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Durrell is viewed as a unique and distinguished name, often associated with creativity and strength.
Famous People
Gerald Durrell, a renowned naturalist and writer, Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust founder
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Durrell"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Durrell"
"Durrell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4785th of 7545 | 37 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3221st of 6773 | 101 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2843rd of 7552 | 159 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2350th of 10718 | 266 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1487th of 16616 | 868 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4257th of 24088 | 330 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6796th of 23106 | 144 |
Regional Popularity of "Durrell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.03% 1217th/3685 |
30.86% 1381st/4475 |
27.38% 1422nd/5194 |
32.58% 2058th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Durrell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Durrell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Durrell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.