All about the name DARRAL

Meaning, origin, history.

Darrall is a unique and distinct given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English words "dægr" meaning day, and "hálf" meaning half, which gives it the meaning "midday" or "noon". This name has a long history dating back to medieval times, when it was used as a nickname for someone who had a sunny disposition or who worked during the middle of the day. Despite its ancient roots, Darrall is still relatively uncommon today, making it a distinctive choice for parents looking for an unusual yet meaningful name for their child.

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Popularity of the name DARRAL since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Darral has been given to a total of 385 children born in the United States between 1926 and 1997. The number of births per year varied significantly during this period, with some years seeing as many as 20 babies named Darral while others had only 5.

The peak years for the name Darral were from 1956 to 1963, with a high of 20 births in 1957. This was followed by another peak in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with 14 births in 1966, 12 in 1967, and 13 in 1973.

Interestingly, there were no recorded births of the name Darral between 1949 and 1955, suggesting that it may have fallen out of favor during this time. However, it made a comeback in the late 1950s and remained relatively popular until the mid-1980s.

Overall, while the name Darral was not one of the most common names given to babies born in the United States during this period, it did have its moments of popularity and remains a unique choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their child.

Name variation DARRAL.