How Many People Are Named Darryl?
Complete statistics for the name Darryl: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Darryl, a rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 4,364 Americans bearing it. That's around 75,626 people today. Interestingly, over half of those named Darryl are over 60.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life path number 33 suggests a person who's here to inspire and lead others, making significant contributions to society.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 57All 93,345 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1961Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Darryl Through the Generations
Darryl peaked in popularity in 1961 with 5,177 births, reflecting its status as a classic name from an earlier era. Today, it's seen as a blend of classic charm and modern decline, with 6,546 under-30s, 34,684 aged 30-60, and 52,115 over 60. This age distribution highlights how Darryl remains a name closely tied to older generations, despite its overall rarity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Darryl's English roots
📄 About the Name Darryl
How Many People Have the Name Darryl?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 75,626 people in the United States currently share the name Darryl. That works out to roughly 1 in every 4,364 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Darryl a Common or Rare Name?
Darryl is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Darryl in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Darryl Most Popular?
The name Darryl reached peak popularity in 1961, with 5,177 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Darryl?
Approximately 75,626 people named Darryl live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 93,345. That works out to roughly 1 in 4,364 Americans.
Is Darryl a rare name?
Darryl is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 4,364 Americans has this name.
What does the name Darryl mean?
The meaning and origin of Darryl are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Darryl more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Darryl are male and 1% are female.
When was Darryl most popular?
Darryl peaked in 1961 with 5,177 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.