Darryl: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: da-hrre-e-l
Origin: France
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Beloved

Darryl is a gender-neutral name with roots in both French and English origin, meaning "from Airelle," "darling," or "beloved". It is derived from the English surname Darrell, which comes from the Norman-French d'Airelle, a term used to refer to someone from the village of Airelle in France. Although the village no longer exists, the word "airelle" is still used as the French word for "huckleberry". In English, Darryl is an endearing moniker meaning "darling" or "beloved". The name Darryl has a meaning of "beloved" or "talented person". It is often associated with the Old English word "deorling," which translates to "darling". With such a namesake, the name Darryl serves as a constant reminder of love and care for those who bear it.

Darryl Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Darryl is currently #350 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Darryl is currently #350 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Darryl is currently #347 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Darryl is currently #347 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Darryl

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Darryl, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Darryl Hickman: Darryl Hickman is an American former child actor and television executive known for his roles in films such as "The Grapes of Wrath" and "Leave Her to Heaven."

 

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