Sheldon vs Daryl

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sheldon

Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,002 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Airelle (Norman village)"

Origin: Norman French

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Sheldon Rank #1,966

Daryl Rank #2,002

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 vs #2002 for Daryl.

Is Sheldon or Daryl more popular?

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 compared to Daryl at #2002 in the United States.

What do Sheldon and Daryl mean?

Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin). Daryl means "from Airelle (Norman village)" (Norman French origin).

Are Sheldon and Daryl boy or girl names?

Sheldon is primarily a boy name. Daryl is primarily a boy name.