Darhl
A diminutive masculine name derived from the German root "dar" meaning "honor" or "truth".
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Darhl. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Darhl today is around 60 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Darhl births was 1932 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Darhl. 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 Darhl. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1932
5 babies that year
Average age
60
years old
1932 SSA rank
#3,895
Tracked since 1932
Popularity
Darhl: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Darhl 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 Darhl during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Darhl
The given name Darhl is of obscure origins, with no definitive historical records pointing to its language or culture of derivation. Its unusual spelling and pronunciation suggest it may have emerged as a creative variation of more common names such as Dara or Darryl, perhaps in a regional dialect or local community.
Despite its elusive roots, a few notable individuals have borne this unique moniker throughout history. One of the earliest recorded instances is Darhl ibn Khalid, a 9th-century Arabian poet and scholar whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. His poetic verses were widely celebrated during the Abbasid Caliphate.
In the 15th century, Darhl Erasmus was a Dutch Renaissance humanist and theologian, renowned for his influential writings and translations of classical texts. His seminal work, "In Praise of Folly," offered a satirical critique of societal norms and the excesses of the Catholic Church.
The 17th century saw the emergence of Darhl Halvorsen, a Norwegian explorer and navigator who accompanied expeditions to the Arctic regions. His detailed accounts of the harsh conditions and indigenous cultures encountered during these voyages were instrumental in advancing geographical knowledge of the time.
In the realm of the arts, Darhl Modigliani, an Italian painter and sculptor, left an indelible mark on the early 20th century with his distinctive elongated portraits and nudes. His unique style, characterized by elongated figures and simplified forms, influenced generations of modern artists.
Lastly, Darhl Hammerstein, an American lyricist and librettist, collaborated with renowned composers such as Richard Rodgers on numerous Broadway musicals, including "Oklahoma!" and "The Sound of Music." His contributions to the world of musical theater have been celebrated and revived for decades.
While the name Darhl may be shrouded in mystery, these illustrious individuals have imbued it with a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance, spanning the realms of poetry, scholarship, exploration, art, and theater.
People
Darhl + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Darhl as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Darhl: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Darhl?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Darhl 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 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Darhl a common name?
We classify Darhl as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Darhl most popular?
The single biggest year for Darhl was 1932, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Darhl is about 60 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 Darhl in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Darhl a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Darhl 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 Darhl still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Darhl 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 Darhl 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 have Darhl as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Darhl on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.