Murrell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Murrell is an Old French name derived from 'Murel,' which means 'sea.' It evolved through various forms and has historical significance in English naming conventions. The name is associated with traits linked to water and nature. There is no biblical relevance. Murrell has a unique charm and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Murrell is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Murrell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Murrell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1410th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1553rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2420th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11113th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3432nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4870th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Murrell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Murrell"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɜːrəl/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Murrell is derived from the Old French personal name 'Murel,' which is a diminutive form of 'Mur,' meaning 'sea' or 'ocean.' Over time, it has come to signify someone who lives near the sea or is associated with water.
Meaning
sea, ocean
Language Evolution
Murel (Old French), Muriel (Old French), Murrell (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Murrell gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century as surnames began to be used more frequently as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Muriel, Murray, Murelle
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Murrell is perceived as a unique and somewhat traditional name, often associated with a connection to nature and the sea.
Famous People
Murrell L. J. Smith, a notable American politician, Murrells Inlet, a community that shares the name
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Murrell"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Murrell"
"Murrell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1410th of 7545 | 425 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1553rd of 6773 | 372 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2420th of 7552 | 216 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11113th of 16616 | 24 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3432nd of 9107 | 126 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4870th of 9204 | 59 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Murrell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- |
53.59% 1268th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
55.76% 1312th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Murrell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Murrell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Murrell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.