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Smith vs Darrell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Smith Rank #1,580
Darrell Rank #1,470

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smith or Darrell more popular?

Darrell is more popular, ranked #1470 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Darrell mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Smith and Darrell boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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