Sorrel

Sorrel is a French girl's name. Named after the herb, from Old French meaning "reddish-brown". Combines botanical heritage with a unique sound.

How popular is Sorrel in the United States?

In 2024, 6 girls in the United States were named Sorrel, making it the 14,992nd most popular girl's name that year.

Its position has held steady, at 12,930th a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2023, with 9 births.

Records for Sorrel go back to 1973, and 102 babies have been given the name since.

What Sorrel means and where it comes from

Named after the herb, from Old French meaning "reddish-brown". Combines botanical heritage with a unique sound.

Sorrel is of French origin, described as botanical in style.

Is Sorrel a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for girls — 6 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

Sibling name ideas for Sorrel

Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sorrel mean?

Named after the herb, from Old French meaning "reddish-brown". Combines botanical heritage with a unique sound.

Where does the name Sorrel come from?

Sorrel is of French origin, and is usually described as botanical in style.

How popular is Sorrel in the United States?

In 2024, 6 girls in the United States were named Sorrel, making it the 14,992nd most popular girl's name that year.

Is Sorrel a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for girls — 6 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

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