What is the origin of the name Terrill?

Terrill is a name of Norse origin.

How popular is the name Terrill?

Terrill is currently ranked #12154 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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Terrill

TEH-ril

Popularity

#12154

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Norse

Total Births

5,079

Peak Year

#132 in 1975

First Recorded

1917

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Terrill is an English surname turned given name. It may be derived from the Old Norse name Thorhildr, meaning 'Thor's battle'.

Nickname Watch

Terry Tel

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Gender Split

Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Terry Tel

Spelling Variations

Terrell Tyrrell

Similar Names

Merrill Darrell Cecil Lowell

Personality Traits

LoyalDependableStrongResilient

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