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Origin: Irish

Meaning: Hero, man of courage

Ferrill is an Irish name for boys. A variant of Farrell, it’s the shortened and anglicized form of the surname O’Fearghail meaning “descendant of Fearghal.” As a stand-alone, Fearghal translates to “hero” or “man of courage.” Whether you’d like to share a piece of your Irish lineage or you’d like your little one to grow up to be that person that everyone in need looks to for help, Ferrill is a worthy choice.