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      Meaning of the first name
      Darrell

      Origin 
      English

      Meaning 
      Person from Airelle, France

      Variations 
      Darnell, Farrell, Harrell

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Darrell has its origins in the English language and can be traced back to the medieval period. The name is derived from a combination of two elements: Dare meaning person and Airelle referring to a place in France. Consequently, Darrell can be interpreted as person from Airelle, France. This name first emerged as a name, associated with individuals who hailed from or had connections to this particular region in France.

      Throughout history, the name Darrell has been documented in various records and historical texts. It appears frequently as a name in English medieval documents, illustrating its early usage within the English-speaking population. Over time, the name began to be used as a given name as well, transitioning from being solely a name. Today, Darrell continues to be used as both a first name and a name in many English-speaking countries.

      In modern-day usage, the name Darrell is relatively common, though not as prevalent as some other names of English origin. It is often given to boys at birth and can be found across different social classes and regions. Furthermore, Darrell continues to serve as a name, maintaining its historical significance.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Darrell.
      Smith

      is the most common surname for Darrell.

      Mary

      is the most common spouse name for Darrell.

      Darrell

      is the most common child name for Darrell.

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