| Meaning | beloved, dear |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Dar-yl |
Daryl is a timeless and endearing name for baby boys with English origins. Derived from the Old English name "Darrell," Daryl carries a sweet meaning of "beloved" or "darling." The name's popularity has remained steady over the years, appealing to parents seeking a classic yet distinctive choice for their little one.
Daryl offers a range of variations like Darrell, Darryl, Darrel, Darell, and Daryll, allowing parents to personalize the name to their liking. It shares similarities with names like Gary, Larry, Barry, Terry, and Perry, making it a part of a larger family of endearing monikers.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Daryl, from musicians and actors to athletes and executives. Fictional characters named Daryl have also made their mark in various films, TV series, and literature.
With its timeless charm and positive meaning, Daryl remains an excellent choice for parents in search of a classic yet unique name that will undoubtedly be cherished for generations to come.
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| Daryl Hall | American musician, part of the duo Hall & Oates |
| Daryl Hannah | American actress known for her roles in "Splash" and "Blade Runner" |
| Daryl Dixon | A character portrayed by Norman Reedus in the TV series "The Walking Dead" |
| Daryl Powell | Former English rugby league player and coach |
| Daryl Morey | American basketball executive and former general manager of the Houston Rockets |
| Daryl Janmaat | Dutch professional footballer |
| Daryl Palumbo | Lead singer of the bands Glassjaw and Head Automatica |
| Daryl Selby | English professional squash player |
| Daryl Dragon | Musician and member of the duo Captain & Tennille |
| Daryl Williams | American football player |
| Daryl Gibson | Former New Zealand rugby union player and coach |
| Daryl Somers | Australian television personality and host |
| Daryl Edwards | British professional boxer |
| Daryl Gardener | Former American football player |
| Daryl Beattie | Australian former motorcycle road racer |
| Daryl Impey | South African professional road cyclist |
| Daryl Sutter | Canadian ice hockey coach and former player |
| Daryl Mitchell | New Zealand cricketer |
| Daryl Fordyce | Northern Irish professional footballer |
| Daryl Dixon | "The Walking Dead" TV series |
| Daryl Zero | "Zero Effect" - 1998 movie |
| Daryl Coopersmith | "Teen Witch" - 1989 movie |
| Daryl Van Horne | "The Witches of Eastwick" - 1987 movie |
| Daryl Cage | "Hard Target" - 1993 movie |
| Daryl Pearson | "Step by Step" TV series |
| Daryl Surat | "Paranoia Agent" anime series |
| Daryl Kurylo | "Northern Exposure" TV series |
| Daryl Braxton | "Home and Away" Australian TV soap |
| Daryl Sledgehammer | "Monster Allergy" comic series |
| Daryl Kleberson | "The Cleveland Show" animated series |
| Daryl the Beryl | "The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh" - 1977 movie |
| Daryl Chapman | "Casualty" British TV series |
| Daryl Generus | "Degrassi - The Next Generation" TV series |
| Daryl Singh | "The Heights" Australian TV series |
| Daryl T. Rhoades | "The X-Files" TV series |
| Daryl Doiley | "Riverdale" TV series |
| Daryl Radwell | "Scream Queens" TV series |
| Daryl Doorgan | "Shameless" TV series |
| Daryl Fordman | "Homicide - Life on the Street" TV series |