Darrelle is a unique, four-syllable given name of American origin. It is believed to have been created by combining elements from names like 'Darrell' and 'Jarrell', both of which are derived from Old English words meaning 'to fill the floor'. The name Darrelle gained prominence during the late 20th century, experiencing its peak popularity in the United States during the early to mid-1990s. Today, it is still considered a distinctive and strong choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet appealing name for their child.
The name Darrelle has had a somewhat fluctuating popularity over the years, with notable spikes in usage during certain decades. The peak years for this name appear to be between 1985 and 1992, particularly 1989 with a high of 18 births. Since then, its usage has generally decreased, with a few exceptions such as 2003, 2010, and 2020, each seeing 6 or more births. Overall, Darrelle has been given to 249 newborns between 1957 and 2020.