Deryl
boy nameDeryl entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #989 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#989
peak (1950)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3597 |
| 1920s | #2450 |
| 1930s | #1596 |
| 1940s | #1413 |
| 1950s | #1076 |
| 1960s | #1361 |
| 1970s | #2216 |
| 1980s | #4249 |
| 1990s | #6515 |
| 2000s | #8426 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Deryl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Deryl alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Deryl in 2025?
- Deryl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Deryl most popular?
- Deryl peaked in 1950, reaching #989 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Deryl with classmates?
- Deryl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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