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Chester vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Chester Rank #1,657
Darrell Rank #1,470

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #1657 for Chester.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chester or Darrell more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Chester at #1657 in the United States.

What do Chester and Darrell mean?

Chester means "fortress, walled Roman camp" (Latin origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Chester and Darrell boy or girl names?

Chester is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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