Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darryll is a name of Old English origin meaning 'beloved.' It evolved from the surname Darell through the variant Daryl. The name carries a positive trait of affection and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is currently viewed as a modern and unique choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrɪl/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Darryll is derived from the Old English name 'Daryl,' which is believed to have originated from the surname 'Darell,' meaning 'beloved.'
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Darell, Daryl, Darryll
Historical Usage
The name Darryll gained popularity in the mid-20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, as a variant of Daryl.
Variants & Derivatives
Daryl, Darryl
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darryll is perceived as a modern and unique name, though not as commonly used as its variants.
Famous People
Darryll Sutter (Canadian ice hockey coach), Darryll Clark (American football player)
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1960
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3589th of 6773 | 78 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1473rd of 7552 | 534 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1707th of 10718 | 438 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3601st of 16616 | 235 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10571st of 24088 | 76 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
52.76% 1175th/2227 |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
59.52% 1698th/2853 |
42.56% 1181st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
49.30% 1448th/2937 |
43.76% 1524th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West 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, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3589th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1473rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1707th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3601st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10571st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.