Pierson vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pierson

Boy #1,460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Peter (son of the rock)"

Origin: Old English/Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,460
Total SSA Count: 124
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

Pierson Rank #1,460

Darrell Rank #1,470

Pierson is more popular, ranked #1460 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierson or Darrell more popular?

Pierson is more popular, ranked #1460 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Pierson and Darrell mean?

Pierson means "son of Peter (son of the rock)" (Old English/Norman French origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Pierson and Darrell boy or girl names?

Pierson is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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