The name Farrell is a girl's name of Irish origin meaning "courageous".

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Farrell is usually considered a boy's name, though the soft sound of this Irish surname makes it perfectly appropriate for a girl, reminiscent of Farrah.

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The name Farrell peaked for girls at #2224 in 1934. Farrell is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

The name Farrell is a boy's name of Irish origin meaning "courageous".

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If you're looking for a pleasing namesake that's more modern than Darrell/Darryl, this would make an excellent choice.  Farrell is an Anglicized form of the Irish Fergal, and was well used as a first name into the nineteenth century, before it faded to mostly surname use.
<Irish actor Colin Farrell gives the name a big, bold shot of bravura; other notable last-named Farrells include operatic soprano Eileen, Studs Lonigan-author James T., ballerina Suzanne, and rocker Perry of Jane's Adddiction.  

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The name Farrell is currently ranked #958 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #592 in 1935. It is currently rising in popularity. Farrell is occasionally used for girls in 2014.

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