Derral

“a form of Derrell, meaning 'oak' or 'from the oak trees'” — Associated with strength and endurance

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1704US 2023

496Births / yr

→Stable

418All-time births

📅 Since 192200

How to pronounce Derral

DAH·RAL

/ˈdɑ.ˈræl/ · stress on DAH · 2 syllables

“a form of Derrell, meaning 'oak' or 'from the oak trees'”

Associated with strength and endurance · American origin

What does Derral mean and where does it come from?

Derral is a name that has its roots in English and is closely related to the name Derrell. It gained popularity in the United States as a unique name choice during the late 20th century. The oak tree is often associated with strength and endurance, making this a name with meaningful connotations.

Cultural significance

Derral has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of derrell, meaning 'oak' or 'from the oak trees'.

Peak popularity

Reached #1800 in 1940 — currently #1704 in the US.

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How else can you spell Derral?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Darral

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Derral?

Derral works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Derral Grace

How popular is Derral right now?

Holding steady — currently #1704 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#1704 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1704	496	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1709	476	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1714	446	▲ up 4243 · +7333% births
1985	#5957	6	▼ down 844 · -14% births
1980	#5113	7	▼ down 82 · +17% births
1975	#5031	6	▲ up 10 · +20% births
1970	#5041	5	▼ down 2470 · -55% births
1965	#2571	11	▼ down 65 · -8% births
1960	#2506	12	▲ up 407 · +33% births
1955	#2913	9	▲ up 353 · +29% births
1950	#3266	7	▲ up 13 · +17% births
1945	#3279	6	▼ down 1479 · -62% births
1940	#1800	16	▲ up 1429 · +129% births
1935	#3229	7	▲ up 333
1930	#3562	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Derral

Best Year2023Rank #1704

Peak Count496

Average Rank#3320

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 202316 years

The story of Derral

Derral entered American naming records in 1922 and has been in use for over 102 years. With 418 total births recorded, Derral remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3723 in 1925 to #1704 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Derral in 1940:

James Robert John William Richard

Derral by decade

Derral peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	33
1930s	65
1940s	93
1950s ★	104
1960s	59
1970s	27
1980s	37

💎Derral has only 418 total recorded births since 1922 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Derral?

Common

DerDeErral

What names sound and feel like Derral?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Derral also consider these

Deral

English · of the oaks

Derran

American · English

Derval

French · A French name

Terral

American · earth or land

Jerral

American · a modern variation

Darral

American · English

Denzal

American · A variation of

Veral

American · A rare name,

Common questions about the name Derral

What does the name Derral mean?

Derral means "a form of Derrell, meaning 'oak' or 'from the oak trees'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Derral?

Derral is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Derral?

Derral originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Derral?

Derral is a two-syllable name pronounced D AA1 R AE1 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Derral a common or rare name?

Derral is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.