Darrell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDARE-el / /ˈdɛr.əl/English; French
Meaning
English: beloved; French: to be dear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Darrell is derived from the Old French surname 'D'Airelle,' which means 'from Airelle.' It became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. The name has been associated with various notable figures and has appeared in popular culture.
Trend Summary
Darrell experienced a peak in popularity in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darell
- Darrel
International Variants
- Darel (Arabic)
- Dario (Italian)
Famous people named Darrell
Darrell Waltrip is a former American NASCAR driver and commentator known for his success in stock car racing.
Darrell Green is a former American football cornerback who played for the Washington Redskins and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Darrell Hammond is an American actor and comedian, best known for his work on 'Saturday Night Live.'.
Darrell Issa is an American politician who has served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Fictional characters named Darrell
Darrell Rivers is a character in the 'Malory Towers' series by Enid Blyton, known for her adventurous spirit.
Darrell is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darrell was first seen in the United States in 1886. Darrell has ranked as high as #189 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Darrell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darrell (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 18 | |
CA | 10 | |
FL | 9 | |
IL | 8 | |
LA | 6 | |
NC | 6 | |
NY | 6 | |
IN | 6 | |
MI | 5 | |
GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1886 | 5 |
1890 | 5 |
1891 | 6 |
1893 | 5 |
1894 | 5 |
1895 | 5 |
1896 | 6 |
1897 | 10 |
1898 | 14 |
1899 | 8 |
1900 | 9 |
1901 | 7 |
1902 | 11 |
1903 | 8 |
1904 | 9 |
1905 | 11 |
1906 | 14 |
1907 | 23 |
1908 | 18 |
1909 | 15 |
1910 | 29 |
1911 | 38 |
1912 | 94 |
1913 | 116 |
1914 | 130 |
1915 | 231 |
1916 | 222 |
1917 | 241 |
1918 | 250 |
1919 | 291 |
1920 | 359 |
1921 | 370 |
1922 | 379 |
1923 | 462 |
1924 | 509 |
1925 | 523 |
1926 | 578 |
1927 | 603 |
1928 | 647 |
1929 | 698 |
1930 | 828 |
1931 | 834 |
1932 | 992 |
1933 | 1,026 |
1934 | 1,129 |
1935 | 1,152 |
1936 | 1,208 |
1937 | 1,260 |
1938 | 1,356 |
1939 | 1,340 |
1940 | 1,430 |
1941 | 1,530 |
1942 | 1,591 |
1943 | 1,529 |
1944 | 1,580 |
1945 | 1,522 |
1946 | 1,905 |
1947 | 2,285 |
1948 | 2,336 |
1949 | 2,518 |
1950 | 2,494 |
1951 | 2,745 |
1952 | 2,868 |
1953 | 3,149 |
1954 | 3,644 |
1955 | 3,902 |
1956 | 4,468 |
1957 | 4,571 |
1958 | 4,770 |
1959 | 4,647 |
1960 | 4,149 |
1961 | 4,202 |
1962 | 3,878 |
1963 | 4,094 |
1964 | 3,969 |
1965 | 3,890 |
1966 | 3,496 |
1967 | 3,652 |
1968 | 3,446 |
1969 | 3,248 |
1970 | 3,148 |
1971 | 2,814 |
1972 | 2,311 |
1973 | 1,978 |
1974 | 1,840 |
1975 | 1,672 |
1976 | 1,660 |
1977 | 1,655 |
1978 | 1,466 |
1979 | 1,528 |
1980 | 1,462 |
1981 | 1,361 |
1982 | 1,391 |
1983 | 1,332 |
1984 | 1,335 |
1985 | 1,324 |
1986 | 1,308 |
1987 | 1,232 |
1988 | 1,213 |
1989 | 1,207 |
1990 | 1,128 |
1991 | 1,020 |
1992 | 915 |
1993 | 876 |
1994 | 746 |
1995 | 628 |
1996 | 609 |
1997 | 556 |
1998 | 533 |
1999 | 545 |
2000 | 499 |
2001 | 453 |
2002 | 405 |
2003 | 400 |
2004 | 410 |
2005 | 405 |
2006 | 415 |
2007 | 416 |
2008 | 388 |
2009 | 317 |
2010 | 304 |
2011 | 338 |
2012 | 288 |
2013 | 286 |
2014 | 259 |
2015 | 226 |
2016 | 235 |
2017 | 240 |
2018 | 189 |
2019 | 169 |
2020 | 147 |
2021 | 130 |
2022 | 127 |
2023 | 110 |
2024 | 123 |