Durrel
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Durrel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 55 babies have been named Durrel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Durrel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,769 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,769
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Durrel
Durrel is a boy name .
Durrel is currently ranked #26,769 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Durrel include Dur, Durr, Durry, Durrie, Duy, Duie, and Durkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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