Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Daryle has its roots in Old French, meaning 'belonging to Airelle'. It evolved from d'Airelle to Darrell and then to Daryle. The name does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. Daryle is often viewed as a unique name today, with variants such as Darrell and Daryl being more common.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrɪl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Daryle is a variant of the name Darrell, which is derived from the Old French name 'd'Airelle', meaning 'from Airelle'.
Meaning
belonging to Airelle
Language Evolution
d'Airelle, Darrell, Daryle
Historical Usage
Daryle emerged as a given name in the 20th century, gaining popularity particularly in the United States during the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Darrell, Daryl, Daryll
Modern Popularity & Image
Daryle is perceived as a unique and modern name, though it is less common today compared to its variants.
Famous People
Daryle Lamonica - American football player, Daryle Singletary - American country music singer
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 147 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3744th of 7545 | 75 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1631st of 6773 | 341 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1082nd of 7552 | 922 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1051st of 10718 | 949 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3398th of 16616 | 257 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9800th of 24088 | 89 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4870th of 9204 | 59 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4872nd of 12526 | 124 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
61.06% 944th/1546 |
- | - |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.56% 970th/2227 |
53.62% 1303rd/2430 |
56.36% 1608th/2853 |
41.95% 1164th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.24% 1035th/2937 |
30.09% 1048th/3483 |
32.92% 1158th/3518 |
27.08% 1095th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 North Dakota across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl 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 G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3744th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1631st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1082nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1051st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3398th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9800th out of 24088 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4870th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4872nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.