Faryl
Girl name · 10 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Faryl: 10 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 10 births in 2009.
Faryl is a name that came to prominence through the British singer Faryl Smith, who captivated audiences on Britain's Got Talent in 2008 with her soprano voice. Its origins are most likely a modern respelling of the Irish surname Farrell, itself derived from the Gaelic Ó Fearghail meaning "descendant of Fearghal" – a personal name composed of *fear* (man) and *gal* (valour). While not tied to any specific place, the name shares its root with the Farrell family name, common across Ireland and Scotland. Variants such as Farrel and Faryl offer a fresh, melodic twist on a traditional Celtic surname, making it an uncommon but appealing choice for parents seeking something distinctive with a musical association.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 200910 babies
- Latest (2009)
- #36510 babies
- Total births
- 10since 2009
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y