Darryl Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAIR-ul / /ˈdɛr.əl/English; French
Meaning
English: beloved; French: dear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Darryl is believed to have originated from the English surname derived from the Old French name 'D'Airelle', meaning 'from Airelle'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with a sense of endearment and affection.
Trend Summary
The name Darryl saw peak popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darryl
- Darel
International Variants
- Darryl (English)
- Darry (Scottish)
Famous people named Darryl
Darryl Strawberry is a former professional baseball player known for his time with the New York Mets and New York Yankees.
Darryl Hall is a musician and one half of the famous duo Hall & Oates, known for their contributions to rock and pop music.
Darryl Sittler is a retired Canadian ice hockey player, recognized for his achievements in the NHL.
Darryl McDaniels is a rapper and founding member of the influential hip-hop group Run-D.M.C.
Fictional characters named Darryl
Darryl Dixon is a character from the television series 'The Walking Dead', known for his survival skills and strong character.
Darryl Philbin is a character from the American version of 'The Office', portrayed as a friendly and laid-back warehouse worker.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darryl was first seen in the United States in 1913. Darryl has ranked as high as #173 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Darryl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darryl (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 20 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 45 |
| 1933 | 71 |
| 1934 | 97 |
| 1935 | 135 |
| 1936 | 181 |
| 1937 | 223 |
| 1938 | 341 |
| 1939 | 427 |
| 1940 | 405 |
| 1941 | 417 |
| 1942 | 468 |
| 1943 | 400 |
| 1944 | 420 |
| 1945 | 470 |
| 1946 | 650 |
| 1947 | 826 |
| 1948 | 834 |
| 1949 | 858 |
| 1950 | 1,011 |
| 1951 | 1,074 |
| 1952 | 1,100 |
| 1953 | 1,268 |
| 1954 | 1,331 |
| 1955 | 1,425 |
| 1956 | 1,482 |
| 1957 | 1,798 |
| 1958 | 1,819 |
| 1959 | 2,778 |
| 1960 | 4,434 |
| 1961 | 5,133 |
| 1962 | 4,968 |
| 1963 | 5,012 |
| 1964 | 4,421 |
| 1965 | 4,926 |
| 1966 | 3,817 |
| 1967 | 2,826 |
| 1968 | 2,067 |
| 1969 | 1,593 |
| 1970 | 1,367 |
| 1971 | 1,064 |
| 1972 | 900 |
| 1973 | 785 |
| 1974 | 708 |
| 1975 | 674 |
| 1976 | 705 |
| 1977 | 694 |
| 1978 | 727 |
| 1979 | 761 |
| 1980 | 848 |
| 1981 | 940 |
| 1982 | 987 |
| 1983 | 974 |
| 1984 | 1,078 |
| 1985 | 1,127 |
| 1986 | 1,075 |
| 1987 | 1,076 |
| 1988 | 1,079 |
| 1989 | 1,130 |
| 1990 | 1,054 |
| 1991 | 1,001 |
| 1992 | 793 |
| 1993 | 704 |
| 1994 | 632 |
| 1995 | 538 |
| 1996 | 522 |
| 1997 | 488 |
| 1998 | 420 |
| 1999 | 391 |
| 2000 | 384 |
| 2001 | 346 |
| 2002 | 332 |
| 2003 | 281 |
| 2004 | 277 |
| 2005 | 260 |
| 2006 | 271 |
| 2007 | 242 |
| 2008 | 293 |
| 2009 | 235 |
| 2010 | 213 |
| 2011 | 209 |
| 2012 | 213 |
| 2013 | 192 |
| 2014 | 178 |
| 2015 | 192 |
| 2016 | 184 |
| 2017 | 138 |
| 2018 | 136 |
| 2019 | 133 |
| 2020 | 115 |
| 2021 | 102 |
| 2022 | 103 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2024 | 91 |