Tarnell
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Tarnell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 6 babies have been named Tarnell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tarnell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,412 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,412
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Tarnell
Tarnell is a boy name .
Tarnell is currently ranked #21,412 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Tarnell include Tar, Tarn, Tarny, Tarnie, Ell, Elly, Ellie, Tay, Taie, and Tarkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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