Darell
Old English and French · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Darell
The given name Darell is of Old English and French origin, meaning "dear one" or "beloved," derived from the Anglo-Norman French *d’Airelle* (from the place name Airelle).
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Etymology
The given name Darell is of Old English and French origin, meaning "dear one" or "beloved," derived from the Anglo-Norman French *d’Airelle* (from the place name Airelle). It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, with no specific religious association, and gained modest popularity in the 20th century, notably as a variant of Darrell.
Darell currently ranks #1,828 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1988.
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