Terril
Terril Origin and Meaning
Terril is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant spelling of Terrell or Terry, names with Old French origins meaning 'stubborn' or 'rebellious one.' It may also connect to the Latin 'terra' meaning 'earth.' As a feminine name, Terril represents a gender crossover from what was traditionally more common as a masculine name or surname. The single 'l' spelling distinguishes it from the more common Terrell. This name has never been widely popular but appears occasionally throughout the 20th century in the United States. Terril carries a certain strength and groundedness in its sound and meaning associations. The name's relative rarity makes it an uncommon choice that nonetheless feels familiar due to its phonetic similarity to more common names.