Farrell as a name
Farrell is a masculine given name that has Irish and Gaelic origins. It is derived from the Gaelic surname O’Ferral, which means “heroic” or “brave”. The name is commonly used in Ireland and among Irish communities around the world.
In terms of popularity, Farrell is not a very common name. According to the Social Security Administration in the United States, the name did not rank among the top 1000 names for boys in 2021. However, it has been used as a surname by several notable individuals, including the actor Colin Farrell and the baseball player John Farrell.
