Darren vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darren

Boy #955 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"oak grove, great"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

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Darren Rank #955

Harold Rank #991

Darren is more popular, ranked #955 vs #991 for Harold.

Is Darren or Harold more popular?

Darren is more popular, ranked #955 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Darren and Harold mean?

Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Darren and Harold boy or girl names?

Darren is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.