Beloved or open
Derell is a modern American variation likely derived from the English surname Darrell, which has roots in the Old French 'd'Airelle' meaning 'from Airelle'. It may also be influenced by the name Derek or the Germanic element 'deor' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.
Less common today
Derell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,431 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American professional boxer
Former college football wide receiver
