Daryl: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

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

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Darling

Daryl is a gender-neutral name of 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 of Airelle no longer exists, the word "airelle" is still used as the French word for "huckleberry". Daryl is an endearing moniker that has gained popularity in countries with an English-speaking majority and has been embraced by people across languages and cultures for its pleasant tone and easy pronunciation.

Daryl Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Daryl is currently #23271 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Daryl is currently #10000 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Daryl is currently #12064 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Daryl is currently #5221 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Daryl is currently #11414 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Famous People Named Daryl

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

  • Daryl Hannah: Daryl Hannah is an American actress and environmental activist known for her roles in "Splash," "Blade Runner," and "Kill Bill."

 

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