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Darrell vs Sidney

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
Sidney Rank #1,374

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrell or Sidney more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Darrell and Sidney mean?

Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin). Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin).

Are Darrell and Sidney boy or girl names?

Darrell is primarily a boy name. Sidney is primarily a boy name.

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