Darrell
boy name#1688 in 2025Darrell entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #86 in 1967, ranks #1688 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1886–2025
#1688
rank today
#86
peak (1967)
97
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #959 |
| 1890s | #894 |
| 1900s | #730 |
| 1910s | #399 |
| 1920s | #250 |
| 1930s | #144 |
| 1940s | #130 |
| 1950s | #98 |
| 1960s | #95 |
| 1970s | #138 |
| 1980s | #194 |
| 1990s | #348 |
| 2000s | #578 |
| 2010s | #882 |
| 2020s | #1470 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darrell has been most popular in TX, FL, GA.
Living bearers
About 115,000 people named Darrell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darrell alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darrell in 2025?
- Darrell ranks #1688 among US boy names in 2025, with 97 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darrell most popular?
- Darrell peaked in 1967, reaching #86 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darrell with classmates?
- Darrell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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