Darrel vs Emma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darrel

Boy #5,336 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Airelle (beloved place)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

American English African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,336
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dare, Rel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Darrel Rank #5,336
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #5336 for Darrel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darrel ___

  • Darrel James
  • Darrel Wayne
  • Darrel Eugene
  • Darrel Allen
  • Darrel Scott
  • Darrel Lee

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Darrel

Brenda Debra Dwayne Terrence Cheryl

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrel or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Darrel at #5336 in the United States.

What do Darrel and Emma mean?

Darrel means "from Airelle (beloved place)" (Norman French origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Darrel and Emma boy or girl names?

Darrel is primarily a boy name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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