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Obadiah vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Obadiah Rank #1,416
Darrell Rank #1,470

Obadiah is more popular, ranked #1416 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Obadiah or Darrell more popular?

Obadiah is more popular, ranked #1416 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Obadiah and Darrell mean?

Obadiah means "servant of God" (Hebrew origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Obadiah and Darrell boy or girl names?

Obadiah is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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