Jernell is a unique and distinct given name of American origin, derived from African roots. It's composed of two elements: 'Jerne', which may have been influenced by the French surname 'Gerard', meaning 'brave spear'; and 'ell', believed to be a shortened form of 'Elliott' or 'Ellis'. Thus, Jernell could potentially bear meanings related to strength, courage, or nobility. This name gained popularity during the mid-20th century in the United States, particularly within African American communities.
"Jernell was quite popular as a baby girl name in 1977 with five newborns sharing it."