Darryl Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Darryl Name at a Glance

Name	Darryl
Meaning	Darling, from the Old english 'deorling'. Also a variant of Darrell.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Darryl Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Darryl means “Darling, from the Old english 'deorling'. Also a variant of Darrell”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Darryl Name Origin

Our database records Darryl under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Darryl a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Darryl is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Darryl

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