At a glance
- In short
- Turrell is a unique and uncommon English name for boys, meaning "to pull."
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1999 (#7,139)
- Babies in 1999
- 8 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #5,096 in 1991
- First recorded
- 1980
Meaning of Turrell
Turrell is a unique and uncommon name that is predominantly used for boys. It has its origins in English and is derived from the Old French word "tirel," which means "to pull." The name Turrell has a charming and distinctive sound to it, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for something less traditional. In terms of pronunciation, Turrell is typically pronounced as ter-EL (/tərˈɛl/) in American English. The name does not have many variations, with Turrel being the only notable alternative. While not widely popular, Turrell has seen sporadic usage over the years in the United States. It's worth noting that the popularity of this name may vary depending on different factors such as cultural influences and regional preferences.
How to pronounce Turrell
English
- Pronounced ter-EL /tərˈɛl/
Popularity of Turrell in the U.S.
Turrell was last recorded in the U.S. in 1999, ranked #7,139 with 8 babies. It peaked at #5,096 in 1991. It first appears in the records in 1980.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1980–1999 13 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 8 | 7,139 | ▲ 2,492 |
| 1998 | 5 | 9,631 | back (not recorded in 1994–1997) |
| 1993 | 5 | 8,700 | ▼ 265 |
| 1992 | 5 | 8,435 | ▼ 3,339 |
| 1991 | 10 | 5,096 | ▲ 1,319 |
| 1990 | 7 | 6,415 | ▲ 526 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6,941 | back (not recorded in 1988) |
| 1987 | 7 | 5,459 | ▲ 1,262 |
| 1986 | 5 | 6,721 | ▼ 1,574 |
| 1985 | 7 | 5,147 | back (not recorded in 1983–1984) |
| 1982 | 5 | 6,386 | ▼ 918 |
| 1981 | 6 | 5,468 | ▲ 57 |
| 1980 | 6 | 5,525 | new |
Notable people named Turrell
- Turrell V. Wylie — Terry Wylie was an American scholar who pioneered Tibetan studies and developed the widely used Wylie system for transliterating Tibetan.