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Darryll

Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Darryll: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1992.

Darryll is an English variant of the masculine name Darrell, which itself derives from the Old French d'Airelle, meaning "from Airelle"—a place name likely rooted in the Gaulish word for "oak tree." The name gained prominence in Scotland through Norman influence, though it remains less common than its more standard spelling, Darrell. One of the most famous bearers was American entertainer Darryll "Barney" Barnard, but a more notable historical figure is Darryll Brown, an early Scottish footballer. There is no strong place connection, though the name shares its root with the village of Airelle in France. Interestingly, in the United States, the spelling Darryll saw a minor spike in popularity during the 1970s, coinciding with a wider trend for double-lettered first names.