A unisex given name, though more commonly used for males, of English origin.
Originally an English surname meaning 'from Airelle' (a place in Normandy), from Old French d'Airelle. It became a given name in the 20th century, with variant spellings including Darryl and Darrel.
Daryl is one of those names that seamlessly transitioned from surname to first name, and it peaked in popularity during the 1960s-70s. The name got a massive boost from characters like Daryl Dixon in 'The Walking Dead,' showing how media can revive names!
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