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Ulysses 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

Ulysses Rank #1,291
Darrell Rank #1,470

Ulysses is more popular, ranked #1291 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulysses or Darrell more popular?

Ulysses is more popular, ranked #1291 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Ulysses and Darrell mean?

Ulysses means "difficult journey" (Greek origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Ulysses and Darrell boy or girl names?

Ulysses is primarily a boy name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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