Tarell
A masculine name of French origin, a variant of Thierry or Terence.
Name Census estimates that about 850 living Americans carry the first name Tarell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Tarell today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Tarell births was 1985 (34 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Tarell. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
850
~ 1 in 403,240 Americans
Peak year
1985
34 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
2022 SSA rank
#12,140
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Tarell: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Tarell from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 261 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Tarell by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Tarell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Tarells live
Origin
Meaning and history of Tarell
The name Tarell is believed to have its origins in the Middle Eastern region, with roots tracing back to the Arabic language and culture. It is thought to be a variation of the name Tariq, which means "morning star" or "he who knocks at the door." The earliest recorded instances of the name Tarell can be found in ancient Arabic manuscripts and historical records from the 7th and 8th centuries.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Tarell was Tarell ibn Abi Salih, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century. His works played a significant role in the development of Arabic literature and poetry during the Islamic Golden Age. Another notable figure was Tarell al-Andalusi, a mathematician and astronomer from the 10th century who made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and astronomy in the Iberian Peninsula.
As the name spread beyond the Middle East, it gained popularity in various regions and cultures. In the 12th century, Tarell was the name of a prominent Moorish ruler in the Iberian Peninsula, known for his military prowess and leadership during the Reconquista period. Additionally, historical records indicate that a Tarell was a respected Islamic scholar and philosopher in the 13th century, who authored several works on theology and ethics.
In the 16th century, a notable figure named Tarell al-Ghazali emerged as a prominent Islamic mystic and Sufi scholar. His teachings and writings on spirituality and inner purification had a profound impact on the Sufi tradition and Islamic mysticism. Another individual with the name Tarell was a renowned calligrapher and artist from the 17th century, whose intricate calligraphic works were highly regarded and preserved in various collections.
As the name continued to spread across cultures and regions, it gained popularity in different parts of the world. In the 18th century, Tarell was the name of a prominent merchant and philanthropist in the Middle East, known for his humanitarian efforts and contributions to charitable causes. Additionally, historical records indicate the existence of a Tarell who was a skilled craftsman and artisan during the same period, renowned for his intricate woodwork and metalwork.
Throughout history, the name Tarell has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, poets, rulers, mystics, artists, and philanthropists. While its origins can be traced back to the Arabic language and culture, the name has transcended geographical boundaries and been embraced by different cultures and communities around the world.
People
Tarell + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Tarell as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Tarell: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Tarell?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 850 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Tarell going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 403,240 US residents.
Is Tarell a common name?
We classify Tarell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 874 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Tarell most popular?
The single biggest year for Tarell was 1985, when 34 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Tarell is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Tarell a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Tarell in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.