Darryel
boy nameDarryel entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #1887 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
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rank today
#1887
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3480 |
| 1940s | #3098 |
| 1950s | #2968 |
| 1960s | #2441 |
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #6406 |
| 1990s | #8177 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Darryel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darryel alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darryel in 2025?
- Darryel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Darryel most popular?
- Darryel peaked in 1957, reaching #1887 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darryel with classmates?
- Darryel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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