Aubrey vs Darryl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darryl

Boy #1,803 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (Norman place name)"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,803
Total SSA Count
91
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aubrey Rank #1,759
Darryl Rank #1,803

Aubrey is more popular, ranked #1759 vs #1803 for Darryl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aubrey or Darryl more popular?

Aubrey is more popular, ranked #1759 compared to Darryl at #1803 in the United States.

What do Aubrey and Darryl mean?

Aubrey means "elf ruler" (Germanic origin). Darryl means "from Airelle (Norman place name)" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Aubrey and Darryl boy or girl names?

Aubrey is primarily a boy name. Darryl is primarily a boy name.

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