Darzell
Of obscure origin, potentially inspired by the word "dazzle".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Darzell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Darzell today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Darzell births was 1998 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Darzell. 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 Darzell. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1998
5 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
1998 SSA rank
#9,951
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Darzell: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Darzell 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 Darzell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Darzell
The name Darzell is believed to have its origins in the ancient Aramaic language, which was widely spoken in the Middle East during the era of the Persian Empire, around the 6th century BCE. The name is thought to be derived from the Aramaic word "darz," meaning "vine" or "branch," symbolizing growth, fertility, and connection to the natural world.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Darzell can be found in the ancient Syriac religious texts, where it is mentioned as the name of a minor character in a parable. This suggests that the name may have held some cultural or religious significance in the region during that time period.
Throughout the medieval era, the name Darzell appears sporadically in various historical records and documents from the Middle East and surrounding regions. One notable figure bearing this name was Darzell al-Hakim, a prominent scholar and philosopher from the 10th century CE, who made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy.
In the 12th century, a Persian poet named Darzell al-Din wrote a collection of poems that became widely renowned for their lyrical beauty and profound insights. His work is still studied and appreciated by scholars of Persian literature to this day.
During the Renaissance period, a Venetian merchant named Darzell Marcello gained fame for his successful trade ventures and diplomatic missions to the Ottoman Empire. His memoirs, which documented his travels and encounters with various cultures, became influential in shaping perceptions of the Middle East in Europe at the time.
Another notable figure with the name Darzell was an Armenian painter and illustrator named Darzell Vartanian, who lived in the late 19th century. His intricate and vibrant illustrations of Armenian folklore and mythology were highly celebrated and helped to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of his people.
While the name Darzell may not be as common in modern times, its rich historical roots and cultural significance make it a unique and intriguing choice, carrying with it the echoes of ancient civilizations and the enduring spirit of creativity and intellectual pursuits.
People
Darzell + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Darzell 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
Darzell: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Darzell?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Darzell 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Darzell a common name?
We classify Darzell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% 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 Darzell most popular?
The single biggest year for Darzell was 1998, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Darzell is about 28 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 Darzell in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Darzell a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Darzell 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 Darzell still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Darzell 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 Darzell 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 common is the name Darzell?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.