Ferrel
Pronunciation: [ f-ehr-EHL ]
Ferrel is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,027 in the US, popular nicknames include Fer, Fey, and Ferie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ferrel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 48 babies have been named Ferrel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ferrel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,027 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,027
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Ferrel is also used as a girl name, ranked #68700.
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About the Name Ferrel
Ferrel is a boy name .
Is Ferrel a boy or girl name? Ferrel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,027 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #68,700. Ferrel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ferrel is currently ranked #38,027 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ferrel include Fer, Fey, Ferie, and Ferrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ferrel include Ferris, Ferran . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis