Cantrell
kan-TRELL
Letters
8
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
487
Peak Year
#18 in 1975
First Recorded
1918
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An English surname derived from a place name, likely meaning 'edge of the town' or 'song of the town'.
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The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Jerry Cantrell
American musician, guitarist, and songwriter
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