Darrell vs Kenny

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

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Eziah Gerard Aksel Iverson

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Kenny

Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,355
Total SSA Count: 140
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Norman Kysen Marc Ranger

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Popularity Comparison

Darrell Rank #1,470

Kenny Rank #1,355

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Kenny more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Kenny mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Darrell and Kenny boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.

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