Darrell vs Luther

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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Smith Rafe Dior Ozzie

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Luther

Boy #1,499 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous army, warrior people"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,499
Total SSA Count: 119
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darrell Rank #1,470

Luther Rank #1,499

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #1499 for Luther.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Luther more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Luther at #1499 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Luther mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Luther means "famous army, warrior people" (Old High German origin).

Are Darrell and Luther boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Luther is primarily a boy name.

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