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Arnold vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arnold

Boy #1,694 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle power, eagle ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German English American Flemish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,694
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Darrell

Boy #1,470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,470
Total SSA Count
123
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arnold Rank #1,694
Darrell Rank #1,470

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #1694 for Arnold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arnold or Darrell more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Arnold at #1694 in the United States.

What do Arnold and Darrell mean?

Arnold means "eagle power, eagle ruler" (Germanic origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Arnold and Darrell boy or girl names?

Arnold is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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