Kior vs Darnell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kior

Boy #2,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (via Keir)

American Contemporary

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Boy #2,331 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hidden nook, secret alcove"

Origin: Old French

English African American

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Kior Rank #2,243

Darnell Rank #2,331

Kior is more popular, ranked #2243 vs #2331 for Darnell.

Is Kior or Darnell more popular?

Kior is more popular, ranked #2243 compared to Darnell at #2331 in the United States.

What do Kior and Darnell mean?

Kior means "dark one" (Scottish Gaelic (via Keir) origin). Darnell means "hidden nook, secret alcove" (Old French origin).

Are Kior and Darnell boy or girl names?

Kior is primarily a boy name. Darnell is primarily a boy name.