Find out how popular the first name Deryl has been for the last 30 years (from 1974 to 2003) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Deryl by gender

Based on the last 30 years of data, Deryl is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2003, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Deryl.

The history of the first name Deryl

The given name Deryl is a relatively modern and rare name, with its origins likely stemming from a combination of the English name Derek and the suffix "-yl". Derek is thought to be derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, which is composed of the elements "theud" meaning "people" and "ric" meaning "ruler" or "king". The suffix "-yl" is often used in modern names to give them a unique and distinctive sound.

While the name Deryl does not have a long or well-documented history, it appears to have emerged in the early 20th century, possibly as a creative variation or combination of existing names. It does not seem to have any direct ties to ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records from earlier eras.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Deryl is Deryl Hart, an American baseball player who was born in 1921 and played for several teams in the Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1947 to 1956. Another notable individual with this name was Deryl Flemming, a Canadian radio and television personality, who was born in 1945 and worked for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) for several decades.

Deryl Haynie, born in 1934, was an American politician who served as the Mayor of Tulsa, Oklahoma, from 1978 to 1984. Deryl Davis, born in 1945, is an American musician and member of the rock band The Knack, known for their hit song "My Sharona" in 1979.

Deryl Dodd, born in 1934, was a British actor and playwright, best known for his work in television and theater productions in the 1960s and 1970s.

While the name Deryl is not widely popular or commonly used, these individuals have helped to establish its presence and provide examples of its usage throughout the 20th century.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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