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Fredrick vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Darrell

Boy #1,470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,470
Total SSA Count
123
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Darrell Rank #1,470

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #1656 for Fredrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Darrell more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Fredrick at #1656 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Darrell mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Fredrick and Darrell boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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