Darrel
boy name#5399 in 2025Darrel entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #242 in 1939, ranks #5399 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
#5399
rank today
#242
peak (1939)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #998 |
| 1910s | #754 |
| 1920s | #445 |
| 1930s | #284 |
| 1940s | #267 |
| 1950s | #293 |
| 1960s | #332 |
| 1970s | #511 |
| 1980s | #656 |
| 1990s | #1129 |
| 2000s | #2257 |
| 2010s | #3505 |
| 2020s | #4744 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darrel has been most popular in FL.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Darrel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darrel alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darrel in 2025?
- Darrel ranks #5399 among US boy names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darrel most popular?
- Darrel peaked in 1939, reaching #242 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darrel with classmates?
- Darrel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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