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Darrell vs Kip

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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Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darrell Rank #1,470
Kip Rank #1,457

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Kip more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Kip mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Darrell and Kip boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.

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