Farrell is a name wrapped in the green hills of Ireland and steeped in the proud legacy of the Ó Fearghail clan, where it first meant “man of valor”—a nod to courage, leadership and an unfading spirit. Pronounced FAIR-uhl, it balances a solid, two-syllable rhythm with a friendly warmth that feels both timeless and fresh. Though it’s never crowded the top of baby-name charts—hovering pleasantly in the 900s in recent U.S. rankings—its gentle rarity only adds to its charm, like discovering a shining pebble on a favorite woodland path. Parents who choose Farrell are gifting their son a name that quietly inspires confidence, adventurous hearts and a sense of rooted strength.
| Farrell Grehan was an American photojournalist known for his travel and nature photography in magazines and books. |
| Farrell Dobbs was an American Trotskyist, labor leader, politician, and historian. |
| Farrell Till was an American publisher and editor of The Skeptical Review, known for challenging Christianity and biblical inerrancy. |
| Farrell Treacy is a British short track speed skater who competed in the 2018 and 2022 Winter Olympics. |