Daryl
Meaning of Daryl
The name Daryl, primarily used for males, has its origins in English-speaking countries. Pronounced as DAH-ril or DARE-ul, Daryl is a name that exudes strength and reliability. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and saw its peak usage in the 1960s and 1970s. The name can also be spelled as Darryl, offering a slight variation while maintaining the same appealing sound. In recent years, the name Daryl has seen a decline in its rank among newborn names in the United States but remains a classic choice for parents seeking a strong and timeless name for their baby boy. Notable associations include characters from popular culture, such as Daryl Dixon from "The Walking Dead," which adds a modern edge to this traditional name.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as DAH-ril (/ˈdɑrɪl/)
American English
- Pronunced as DARE-ul (/ˈdɑrəl/)
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Notable People Named Daryl
| Daryl Hannah is an American actress known for her roles in films such as Blade Runner, Splash, and Kill Bill: Vol. 2. |
| Daryl Hall is an American rock, R&B, and soul singer, best known as the co-founder and lead vocalist of Hall & Oates, and has also released several solo albums and hosted the streaming television series Live from Daryl's House. |
| Daryl Braithwaite is an Australian singer known for his time as the lead vocalist of Sherbet and for his successful solo career, including chart-topping hits like "You're My World" and "The Horses". |
| Daryl Allan Katz is a Canadian billionaire businessman and philanthropist known for founding the Katz Group of Companies and owning the Edmonton Oilers. |
| Daryl Frank Dragon, also known as Captain, was an American musician famous for his role in the pop musical duo Captain & Tennille with his then-wife, Toni Tennille. |
| Daryl Albert Dixon is an Australian economic and investment writer and consultant, currently serving as the Executive Chairman of Dixon Advisory and Superannuation Services. |
| Daryl Christopher Sabara is an American actor known for his role as Juni Cortez in the Spy Kids film series and for various television and film appearances. |
| Daryl Aiden Yow is a Singapore-based Instagram marketer and photographer known for working with brands like Sony, Oppo, and Uniqlo, and for his collaboration with style influencer Andrea Chong. |
| Sir Ernest Daryl Lindsay, also known as Dan Lindsay, was a renowned Australian artist. |
| Daryl Lamont Smith is a former American football linebacker who played for the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Baltimore Ravens. |
| Daryl Mitchell - Daryl Keith Henry Mitchell is a former English first-class cricketer known for his batting and right-arm medium pace bowling, who played for Worcestershire and served as the team's captain. |
| Daryl Hecht - Daryl L. Hecht was a justice on the Iowa Supreme Court and president of Iowa Trial Lawyers Association. |
| Daryl Laub was a beloved television and radio personality known for creating children's show characters, including "J. P. Patches," during his career in the Twin Cities region of Minnesota, USA. |
| Daryl Anderson is an American television actor. |
| Daryl Dimitri Smith is a former NFL defensive back who played for the Denver Broncos, Cincinnati Bengals, and Minnesota Vikings during the late 1980s. |
