Daryl
Meaning: From Airelle, from the town of Airelle
Origin: Old French/Norman
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #223
Total births: 961
History: Daryl peaked in the 1980s in Australia. Daryl Somers hosted Hey Hey It's Saturday — one of Australian TV's longest-running shows. Daryl means Saturday night Australian entertainment.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1965) | #80 |
| Babies named Daryl in 1965 | 79 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 961 |
| Peak year | 1962 (91 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #79 |
| Years in records | 1952–1965 (13 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 9 spots |
Frequently asked about Daryl
What does the name Daryl mean?
Daryl means “From Airelle, from the town of Airelle” from Old French/Norman roots.
What is the origin of the name Daryl?
Daryl has Old French/Norman origin. The traditional meaning is “From Airelle, from the town of Airelle”.
How popular is Daryl in Australia?
Daryl ranked #80 in Australia in 1965 — given to 79 babies that year.
When was Daryl most popular?
Daryl peaked in 1962 with 91 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Daryl a boy or girl name?
Daryl is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Daryls in registered births are male.
How long has Daryl been recorded in Australia?
Daryl appears in birth records in Australia across 13 years — from 1952 through 1965.