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Terrill

♂ Boy

Pronounced TEH-ril /ˈtɛ.rɪl/Medium

Meaning: Terrill is an English surname-derived name and a variant of Terrell, often traced to a Norman personal name or place. As a given name its precise route is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A surname-style name with vintage warmth: Terrill is a cousin of Terrell (said 'TEH-ril'). Its route is uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningTerrill is an English surname-derived name and a variant of Terrell, often traced to a Norman personal name or place. As a given name its precise route is uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12154 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1975
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,365

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197519172024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Terrill comes from an English surname, kin to Terrell, likely from a Norman personal name or place. As a first name it reads warm and slightly retro; its route is uncertain, which we note (said 'TEH-ril').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely as a boys' name. Rare, surname-style, and warm.

Did you know? Terrill is an English surname turned given name and a close cousin of Terrell, often traced to a Norman root. Its exact route is uncertain, which we note (said 'TEH-ril').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Terrill — English surname; variant of Terrell; route uncertain

Variations

TerrellTyrell

Nicknames

TerryRill

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Terrill mean?

Terrill is an English surname and a variant of Terrell, likely from a Norman root; the route is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Terrill?

It's said TEH-ril /ˈtɛ.rɪl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Terrill a boy or girl name?

Here Terrill is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Terrill?

Terrill is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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