NAME PROFILE
Jerrel
Derived from the Basque word meaning 'new house' and often associated with the Arabic word for 'bright' or 'shining.' This name represents a person who is a beacon of light, bringing fresh energy and a welcoming spirit to their community.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,474 |
| Gender | Male (18% / 82%) |
| Peak year | 1934 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1920 |
| Most recent | 2001 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 53%AR — 15%NY — 12%OK — 11%CA — 9%
Notable People
Zavien 'Zay' Flowers (NFL Wide Receiver) · Zavien Bradley (Professional Basketball Player) · Zavien Curry (Collegiate Athlete) · Zavien Bird (Professional Model) · Zavien Thompson (Elite Track Athlete)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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