Find out how popular the first name Darryll has been for the last 43 years (from 1974 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Darryll by gender

Based on the last 43 years of data, Darryll is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Darryll.

The history of the first name Darryll

The name Darryll is of English origin, derived from the Old English words "deor" meaning "deer" and "hyll" meaning "hill." The earliest recorded use of this name dates back to the 12th century, where it was commonly used as a surname among English families residing in rural areas.

In the late 16th century, the name Darryll began to transition from a surname to a given name, particularly among the English gentry and nobility. One of the earliest recorded individuals with the first name Darryll was Sir Darryll Wentworth (1555-1622), a member of the English Parliament and a prominent landowner in Yorkshire.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the name Darryll gained popularity among the upper classes of English society. Notable figures from this period include Darryll Montagu (1673-1749), a British diplomat and politician, and Darryll Hume (1711-1776), a Scottish philosopher and historian.

In the 19th century, the name Darryll became more widespread across various social classes in England. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Darryll Dickens (1812-1870), the renowned English novelist and social critic, known for his iconic works such as "Oliver Twist" and "A Tale of Two Cities."

Another notable figure from this era was Darryll Stanley (1828-1903), a British explorer and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of African wildlife and geography.

As the British Empire expanded, the name Darryll also found its way into other parts of the world. One such individual was Darryll Kipling (1865-1936), an English writer and poet who spent a significant part of his life in India and wrote extensively about the country's culture and society.

Throughout the 20th century, the name Darryll continued to be used, although it became less common than in previous centuries. One notable figure was Darryll Cravath (1881-1954), an American professional baseball player who played for the Philadelphia Phillies and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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