All about the name DARRLY

Meaning, origin, history.

The name Daryl is of English origin and it means "darling". It has been used as a given name for males since the Middle Ages, although its popularity has varied over time.

In medieval England, Daryl was often used as a nickname or pet name for someone who was loved or considered dear. The name likely originated from the Old French word "darrel", which means "dear" or "beloved".

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Daryl, including American actor Daryl Hannah, known for her role in the film "Blade Runner", and Australian cricket player Daryl Harper, who was a prominent umpire in international cricket.

Today, Daryl remains a popular given name for males. According to data from the Social Security Administration in the United States, the name peaked in popularity during the 1970s but has since declined somewhat. Despite this, it still ranks among the top 500 most popular boy names in the country.

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English

Popularity of the name DARRLY since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

Based on the provided statistics, the name Daryl has had varying popularity over the years in the United States, with peaks and valleys in its usage.

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, there was a significant increase in the number of babies named Daryl. The highest point was reached in 1962 with 23 births, followed by a steady decrease until 1971, when only 5 babies were named Daryl.

There was another spike in popularity from 1980 to 1987, starting with 5 births in 1980 and reaching a peak of 14 births in 1987. This period saw a consistent increase in the number of babies named Daryl.

After 1987, the name's popularity began to decline again, reaching its lowest point in recent years in 1994 with only 5 births. Since then, the number of babies named Daryl has fluctuated between 5 and 10 births per year.

Overall, while the name Daryl has had periods of relative popularity, it has not maintained consistent high usage over time. As of the latest data available, there are a total of 347 babies named Daryl born in the United States since 1957.

Name variation DARRLY.