Little man or descendant of Fearghal
Pharrell is a modern variant of the Irish surname Farrell, which is derived from the Gaelic name Fearghal. The name Fearghal is composed of the elements 'fear' meaning man and 'gal' meaning valor. It has gained contemporary recognition primarily through the influence of American musician Pharrell Williams.
About 11 boys were named Pharrell in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Grammy-winning singer, producer, and fashion designer