Daryl vs Sheldon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daryl

Boy #2,002 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Airelle (Norman village)"

Origin: Norman French

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Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Daryl Rank #2,002

Sheldon Rank #1,966

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 vs #2002 for Daryl.

Is Daryl or Sheldon more popular?

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 compared to Daryl at #2002 in the United States.

What do Daryl and Sheldon mean?

Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin). Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Daryl and Sheldon boy or girl names?

Daryl is primarily a boy name. Sheldon is primarily a boy name.