Darrel

Meaning of Darrel

Darrel (pronounced DAR-ul /ˈdɐr.əl/) is a masculine given name of Norman French origin, tracing back to the medieval locational surname d’Airelle, which designated individuals from the village of Airelle in Normandy—its toponym likely referencing the huckleberry. Adapted into Anglo-American naming conventions, Darrel secured moderate traction in the 20th century, peaking in the 1950s and early 1960s (hovering around rank 290), before declining to rank 906 in 2024, with annual registrations steady in the mid-teens. Associatively, the name’s botanical root and mid-century prominence convey a pragmatic, no-nonsense aura, making Darrel an analytically sound option for parents seeking historical depth combined with under-the-radar distinctiveness.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as DAR-ul (/ˈdɐr.əl/)

• Darrin
• Daryl
• Darryl
• Darrell
• Dariel
• Darnell
• Darel