Spear-ruler or dweller by the coral reef
Correll is a rare surname-turned-given name with multiple potential roots. It may derive from the Germanic name Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler,' or serve as a topographic name for someone living near a coral reef or craggy peak. In some instances, it is considered a variant of the French name Corell.
Less common today
Correll isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,817 in 1992.
Former NFL running back
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).