Daryl
Daryl: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Daryl
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname, variant of Darrell.
How popular is Daryl?
Since 1880, 4,419 girls and 63,058 boys in the U.S. have been named Daryl (7% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #665 in 1950. Its highest rank for boys was #161 in 1970. In 2025, 113 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Daryl FAQ
What does the name Daryl mean?
A unisex given name transferred from the surname, variant of Darrell.
What is the origin of the name Daryl?
Daryl is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Daryl?
Since 1880, 4,419 girls and 63,058 boys in the U.S. have been named Daryl (7% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #665 in 1950. Its highest rank for boys was #161 in 1970. In 2025, 113 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Daryl a boy or girl name?
Daryl is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 4,419 girls and 63,058 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.