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Daryl vs Mayer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Daryl Rank #2,002
Mayer Rank #1,834

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 vs #2002 for Daryl.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daryl or Mayer more popular?

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 compared to Daryl at #2002 in the United States.

What do Daryl and Mayer mean?

Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Daryl and Mayer boy or girl names?

Daryl is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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