Darold Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darold originates from Old English, combining elements that mean 'dear' and 'rule', signifying 'beloved ruler'. Its language path evolved from Deorwald to Modern English. The name is linked to qualities of leadership and affection, with no biblical relevance, and has seen a rise in popularity during the mid-20th century.
The name Darold is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Darold has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darold' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1218th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 694th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 902nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1424th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3484th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11754th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21250th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Darold' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darold"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛr.əld/
Origin
English
Etymology
Darold is derived from a combination of the Old English elements 'deor' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved' and 'wald' meaning 'rule' or 'power'.
Meaning
beloved ruler
Language Evolution
Old English: Deorwald, Middle English: Derwald, Modern English: Darold
Historical Usage
Darold gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a variant of traditional names like Harold.
Variants & Derivatives
Darrell, Harold, Daryl
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darold is considered somewhat dated but retains a classic charm, often associated with individuals who have a strong sense of leadership.
Famous People
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darold"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Darold"
"Darold" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1218th of 7545 | 553 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 694th of 6773 | 1,451 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 902nd of 7552 | 1,288 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1424th of 10718 | 588 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3484th of 16616 | 248 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11754th of 24088 | 60 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21250th of 23106 | 7 |
Regional Popularity of "Darold" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
42.30% 599th/1416 |
- | - |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
23.80% 368th/1546 |
- |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
45.83% 709th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.91% 666th/2227 |
- |
61.09% 1743rd/2853 |
29.95% 831st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
42.42% 1246th/2937 |
- |
57.82% 2034th/3518 |
44.68% 1807th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Darold" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Darold"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darold" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.