Derell
boy nameDerell entered the US charts in 1945, peaked at #1791 in 1986, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1945–2025
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rank today
#1791
peak (1986)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3338 |
| 1960s | #3688 |
| 1970s | #3731 |
| 1980s | #2492 |
| 1990s | #3943 |
| 2000s | #7137 |
| 2010s | #8867 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Derell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Derell alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Derell in 2025?
- Derell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Derell most popular?
- Derell peaked in 1986, reaching #1791 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Derell with classmates?
- Derell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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