Darryl vs Reggie

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

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Reggie

Boy #1,972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler's counsel, powerful advisor"

Origin: Old High German via Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,972
Total SSA Count: 79
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darryl Rank #1,803

Reggie Rank #1,972

Darryl is more popular, ranked #1803 vs #1972 for Reggie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darryl or Reggie more popular?

Darryl is more popular, ranked #1803 compared to Reggie at #1972 in the United States.

What do Darryl and Reggie mean?

Darryl means "from Airelle (Norman place name)" (Old French/Norman origin). Reggie means "ruler's counsel, powerful advisor" (Old High German via Norman French origin).

Are Darryl and Reggie boy or girl names?

Darryl is primarily a boy name. Reggie is primarily a boy name.

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