Adaryl
An uncommon unisex name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 9 living Americans carry the first name Adaryl. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Adaryl today is around 51 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Adaryl births was 1974 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Adaryl. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Adaryl. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
9
~ 1 in 38,083,815 Americans
Peak year
1974
5 babies that year
Average age
51
years old
1979 SSA rank
#6,063
Tracked since 1974
Popularity
Adaryl: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Adaryl by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Adaryl during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Adaryl
The name Adaryl is a relatively modern invention, likely derived from a combination of the Hebrew name Adar and the English suffix -yl, often used in the formation of given names. The origins of the name can be traced back to the 20th century.
Adar is a Hebrew name that is believed to be derived from the Akkadian word "adaru," meaning "glorious" or "sublime." It is also the name of the twelfth month in the Hebrew calendar, which typically falls in February or March. This month is associated with the celebration of the festival of Purim, commemorating the events described in the Book of Esther.
While the name Adaryl itself does not appear to have any significant historical references or connections to ancient texts or religious scriptures, its root, Adar, does hold significance in Jewish culture and tradition.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Adaryl was Adaryl Bennan, an American artist and writer born in 1937. He is known for his paintings, sculptures, and literary works that often explored themes of spirituality and the human condition.
Another notable individual with this name was Adaryl Perrin, a French-Canadian filmmaker and screenwriter born in 1958. Perrin gained recognition for his critically acclaimed films that explored social and political issues.
In the world of literature, Adaryl Fenton was an American novelist and short story writer born in 1962. Her works often delved into themes of family, identity, and the complexities of human relationships.
Adaryl Jameson, born in 1972, was a British mathematician and computer scientist who made significant contributions to the field of cryptography and cybersecurity.
Lastly, Adaryl Choi, born in 1985, is a South Korean fashion designer and entrepreneur. Her clothing line, which bears her name, has gained popularity for its innovative and sustainable designs.
It is worth noting that while the name Adaryl has been used throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, it remains relatively uncommon, particularly in comparison to more traditional names. However, its unique and distinctive quality has likely contributed to its appeal among those seeking a name with a touch of modernity and individuality.
People
Adaryl + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Adaryl as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Adaryl: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Adaryl?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 9 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Adaryl going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 38,083,815 US residents.
Is Adaryl a common name?
We classify Adaryl as "Very Rare". It ranks above 25.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Adaryl most popular?
The single biggest year for Adaryl was 1974, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Adaryl is about 51 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Adaryl in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Adaryl a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Adaryl in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Adaryl still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Adaryl in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Adaryl can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Adaryl?
Find out how many people share the name Adaryl on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.