Darrell vs Ripley

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

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Ripley

Boy #1,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"strip-shaped clearing in woodland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,402
Total SSA Count: 134
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darrell Rank #1,470

Ripley Rank #1,402

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Ripley more popular?

Ripley is more popular, ranked #1402 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Ripley mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Ripley means "strip-shaped clearing in woodland" (Old English origin).

Are Darrell and Ripley boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Ripley is primarily a boy name.

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