Byron vs Darren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Byron

Boy #884 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the cattle sheds, one from the byres"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#884
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Byron Rank #884
Darren Rank #955

Byron is more popular, ranked #884 vs #955 for Darren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Byron or Darren more popular?

Byron is more popular, ranked #884 compared to Darren at #955 in the United States.

What do Byron and Darren mean?

Byron means "at the cattle sheds, one from the byres" (Old English origin). Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Byron and Darren boy or girl names?

Byron is primarily a boy name. Darren is primarily a boy name.

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