Durell
Pronunciation: [ dy-OOR-uhl ]
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Durell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,399 babies have been named Durell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Durell is past its peak , currently ranked #16,357 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,357
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Durell
Durell is a boy name .
Durell is currently ranked #16,357 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Durell include Dur, Dure, Durey, Dureie, Duy, Duie, and Durkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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