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Darrell vs Arnold

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Arnold more popular?

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

What do Darrell and Arnold mean?

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

Are Darrell and Arnold boy or girl names?

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

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