Darryll
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Darryll first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,237 babies have been named Darryll in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darryll is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,106 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,106
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Old English origin
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Germanic origin
"one who rules by the spear"
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Germanic ger + trud origin
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About the Name Darryll
Darryll is a boy name .
Darryll is currently ranked #39,106 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darryll include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darryll include Darren, Darrell, Darryl, Darrius, Darrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis