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Lysander vs Daryl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Lysander Rank #2,200
Daryl Rank #2,002

Daryl is more popular, ranked #2002 vs #2200 for Lysander.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lysander or Daryl more popular?

Daryl is more popular, ranked #2002 compared to Lysander at #2200 in the United States.

What do Lysander and Daryl mean?

Lysander means "liberator of men; freer of man" (Ancient Greek origin). Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin).

Are Lysander and Daryl boy or girl names?

Lysander is primarily a boy name. Daryl is primarily a boy name.

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