Darl
boy nameDarl entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #983 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#983
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1997 |
| 1920s | #1363 |
| 1930s | #1106 |
| 1940s | #1235 |
| 1950s | #1335 |
| 1960s | #1776 |
| 1970s | #3962 |
| 1980s | #5053 |
| 1990s | #8350 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Darl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darl alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darl in 2025?
- Darl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Darl most popular?
- Darl peaked in 1931, reaching #983 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darl with classmates?
- Darl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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