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Floyd vs Daryl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Floyd

Boy #2,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anglicization of Welsh Llwyd"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,176
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Daryl

Boy #2,002 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (Norman village)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,002
Total SSA Count
77
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Floyd Rank #2,176
Daryl Rank #2,002

Daryl is more popular, ranked #2002 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Floyd or Daryl more popular?

Daryl is more popular, ranked #2002 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Floyd and Daryl mean?

Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin). Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin).

Are Floyd and Daryl boy or girl names?

Floyd is primarily a boy name. Daryl is primarily a boy name.

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