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Darryl vs Austen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darryl

Boy #1,803 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (Norman place name)"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,803
Total SSA Count
91
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darryl Rank #1,803
Austen Rank #1,986

Darryl is more popular, ranked #1803 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darryl or Austen more popular?

Darryl is more popular, ranked #1803 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Darryl and Austen mean?

Darryl means "from Airelle (Norman place name)" (Old French/Norman origin). Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Darryl and Austen boy or girl names?

Darryl is primarily a boy name. Austen is primarily a boy name.

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