Darryl
Darryl: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdæɹɪɫ/
Meaning and origin of Darryl
- A male given name transferred from the surname, variant of Darrell.
How popular is Darryl?
Since 1880, 1,134 girls and 92,285 boys in the U.S. have been named Darryl (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1672 in 1949. Its highest rank for boys was #68 in 1965. In 2025, 69 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Darryl FAQ
What does the name Darryl mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, variant of Darrell.
What is the origin of the name Darryl?
Darryl is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Darryl?
Since 1880, 1,134 girls and 92,285 boys in the U.S. have been named Darryl (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1672 in 1949. Its highest rank for boys was #68 in 1965. In 2025, 69 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Darryl a boy or girl name?
Darryl is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,134 girls and 92,285 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.