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Darrell vs Farrell

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
Farrell Rank #27,294

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #27294 for Farrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Farrell more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Farrell at #27294 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Farrell mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Farrell means "man of valor, hero" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Darrell and Farrell boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Farrell is primarily a boy name.

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