Derrell
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Derrell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.
Over 16 babies have been named Derrell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Derrell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,489 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,489
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Derrell is also used as a boy name, ranked #14228.
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About the Name Derrell
Derrell is a girl name .
Is Derrell a boy or girl name? Derrell is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #64,489 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,228. Derrell is more commonly used as a boy name.
Derrell is currently ranked #64,489 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Derrell include Der, Derr, Derry, Derrie, Ell, Elly, Ellie, Dey, Deie, and Derkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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