Darayl
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Darayl first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 7 babies have been named Darayl in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darayl is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,350 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,350
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Darayl
Darayl is a boy name .
Darayl is currently ranked #13,350 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darayl include Dar, Dara, Daray, Daraie, Day, Daie, and Darkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darayl include Dara . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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