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Sorrel

Gender-neutral · German · Medium name

Meaning
Reddish brown, sour plant
Pronunciation
SOR-ul
Origin
German

From Old French and Germanic, referring to the sorrel plant or a reddish-brown color.

Popularity
Very rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Old French, German, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom, France

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Old French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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