Stubborn or follower of Thor
Terril is a name with dual potential origins. It is often considered a variant of Terrell, an English surname derived from the Old French 'tirel', meaning to pull or stubborn. Alternatively, it may stem from the Norse name Thorold, meaning 'Thor's ruler'.
Less common today
Terril isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,549 in 1991.
American wildlife artist and painter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
