Derrel
boy nameDerrel entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1397 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#1397
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3148 |
| 1920s | #2734 |
| 1930s | #1878 |
| 1940s | #1761 |
| 1950s | #1819 |
| 1960s | #2097 |
| 1970s | #3203 |
| 1980s | #3856 |
| 1990s | #5938 |
| 2000s | #9024 |
| 2010s | #12246 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Derrel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Derrel alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Derrel in 2025?
- Derrel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Derrel most popular?
- Derrel peaked in 1940, reaching #1397 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Derrel with classmates?
- Derrel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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