How popular is the name Farrel in 2025?

Farrel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Farrel most popular?

Farrel peaked in 1937, reaching #1344 among US boy names.

Farrel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Farrel entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1344 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1344

peak (1937)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Farrel are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Farrel alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Farrel in 2025?: Farrel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Farrel most popular?: Farrel peaked in 1937, reaching #1344 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Farrel with classmates?: Farrel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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