Monroe vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Monroe

Boy #1,282 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the mouth of the Roe river"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,282
Total SSA Count: 153
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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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

Monroe Rank #1,282

Darrell Rank #1,470

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe or Darrell more popular?

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Monroe and Darrell mean?

Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Monroe and Darrell boy or girl names?

Monroe is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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