Averell

Averell is a given name, primarily masculine. It is considered a relatively uncommon name. The origin of the name is not definitively established, but it is often attributed to English surnames or place names. It has also been suggested to have connections to the surname Averil, derived from the Old English personal name "Eoforleah," meaning "boar clearing" or "boar wood."

The name saw some, albeit limited, popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is occasionally found as a middle name.

Notable or fictional individuals named Averell include:

• Averell Harriman: An American statesman, businessman, and diplomat. He served in various high-level positions in the U.S. government under Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman, including as Secretary of Commerce and Governor of New York. He was heavily involved in foreign policy, particularly concerning relations with the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

• Averell Dalton: One of the fictional Dalton brothers in the Lucky Luke comic book series. He is depicted as the tallest and least intelligent of the four brothers.

The name Averell is generally considered a somewhat formal and old-fashioned name, though its rarity gives it a distinctive quality.