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Origin & history of Durell1
Modern American roots
The name Durell is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word dur, meaning hard or strong. The name Durell was originally a surname, but it has been used as a given name since the 19th century. Durell is a variant of the name Durrell, which is also derived from the Old French word dur. The name Durell has been popularized by several notable people, including the American actor Durell Washington, the Canadian football player Durell Busby, and the American musician Durell Coleman. Durell is a unique and uncommon name, with only a few hundred people in the United States bearing the name. The name Durell has a strong, masculine sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a distinctive and powerful name for their son. Durell is a name that is rich in history and cultural significance, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The name Durell is associated with strength, resilience, and determination, making it a fitting choice for parents who want their child to embody these qualities. Durell is a name that is easy to pronounce and spell, making it a practical choice for parents who want a name that is easy to remember and easy to pronounce. The name Durell has a distinctive and memorable sound, making it a great choice for parents who want their child to stand out from the crowd.
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Root name
The root form of Durell is
Durell — meaning Strong, enduring, steadfast, firm..
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Modern usage
Durell remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Durell?
1985
peak year
The name Durell reached its peak in 1985, with 208 registrations (ranked #606). It had been quietly building for over half a century before that, first appearing in records in 1913. Since the peak, the name has eased to well outside the top 1,000 (around #9685) today, averaging about 7 new babies per year. Durell's usage has held roughly steady recently. Across all years on record, approximately 1,742 American babies have carried this name.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
208
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #606)
(ranked #606)
7
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
70
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
1,742
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Durell9
Life path number
The Humanitarian
Compassion, wisdom and humanitarianism.
🌍Humanitarian
🎨Creative
🌟Wise
💝Loving
D4
U3
R9
E5
L3
L3
Sum: 27 → Life path 9
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Personality of Durell🌍
Compassionate soul
They carry the weight of the world with grace.
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Richly creative
Deep feeling translates into deep art.
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Old soul wisdom
They've always seemed wiser than their years.
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Unconditional love
Their love is vast and forgiving.
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