Dodd vs Darlene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dodd

Boy #15,900 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, short person"

Origin: Middle English nickname

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15,900
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Darlene

Boy #15,693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved darling"

Origin: Old English via American creation

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#15,693
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dodd Rank #15,900
Darlene Rank #15,693

Darlene is more popular, ranked #15693 vs #15900 for Dodd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dodd or Darlene more popular?

Darlene is more popular, ranked #15693 compared to Dodd at #15900 in the United States.

What do Dodd and Darlene mean?

Dodd means "round, short person" (Middle English nickname origin). Darlene means "beloved darling" (Old English via American creation origin).

Are Dodd and Darlene boy or girl names?

Dodd is primarily a boy name. Darlene is primarily a boy name.

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