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Daryl vs Holt

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Holt

Boy #1,918 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small forest, wooded grove"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,918
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Daryl Rank #2,002
Holt Rank #1,918

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 vs #2002 for Daryl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daryl or Holt more popular?

Holt is more popular, ranked #1918 compared to Daryl at #2002 in the United States.

What do Daryl and Holt mean?

Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin). Holt means "small forest, wooded grove" (Old English origin).

Are Daryl and Holt boy or girl names?

Daryl is primarily a boy name. Holt is primarily a boy name.

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