Amelia 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
Nicknames
Dar, Dell

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Darrell Rank #1,470

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1470 for Darrell.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Darrell ___

  • Darrell James
  • Darrell Lee
  • Darrell Wayne
  • Darrell Keith
  • Darrell Eugene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Darrell

Duane Kevin Renee Denise Darnell

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Darrell more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Darrell at #1470 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Darrell mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Darrell means "from Airelle (a place in Normandy, France)" (Norman French origin).

Are Amelia and Darrell boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Darrell is primarily a boy name.

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