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Kip vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Kip Rank #1,457
Darrell Rank #1,470

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Darrell more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Kip and Darrell mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Kip and Darrell boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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