Spelling Variants
Darryl vs Daryl: Which Spelling?
Both derived from Old French Darrelle, variant spellings.
Global Rank #398
Darryl
Origin: English
Darryl is derived from the Old French name Darrelle, which comes from the Germanic element "dar" meaning "dear" or "beloved," combined with the diminutive suffix "-el." The name became popular…
Global Rank #319
Daryl
Origin: English
Daryl is derived from the Old French name Darryl, which came from the Norman surname d'Airelle, meaning "from Airelle" and ultimately related to the Germanic root meaning "dear" or "beloved."…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Daryl currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.