Darnell vs Lysander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darnell

Boy #2,331 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hidden nook, secret alcove"

Origin: Old French

English African American

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Boy #2,200 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"liberator of men; freer of man"

Origin: Ancient Greek

English Literary Classical

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Darnell Rank #2,331

Lysander Rank #2,200

Lysander is more popular, ranked #2200 vs #2331 for Darnell.

Is Darnell or Lysander more popular?

Lysander is more popular, ranked #2200 compared to Darnell at #2331 in the United States.

What do Darnell and Lysander mean?

Darnell means "hidden nook, secret alcove" (Old French origin). Lysander means "liberator of men; freer of man" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Darnell and Lysander boy or girl names?

Darnell is primarily a boy name. Lysander is primarily a boy name.