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Darryn
Pronounced DAIR-in /ˈdɛr.ɪn/Medium
Meaning: A variant spelling of Darren, an Irish/English name of uncertain origin, often glossed 'great' or linked to an Irish surname. The double -rr and -yn are stylistic; routes uncertain.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Darryn respells Darren, a name that rose in the mid-twentieth century and whose origin is genuinely uncertain - variously tied to an Irish surname or read as 'great.' The double -rr and -yn ending are stylistic; the routes are uncertain, which we note. Rare in the U.S. (said 'DAIR-in').
It appears only rarely, next to the standard Darren. Rare, restyled, and retro.
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What does the name Darryn mean?
Darryn is a spelling of Darren, often glossed 'great'; its true origin is debated, which we note.
How do you pronounce Darryn?
It's said DAIR-in /ˈdɛr.ɪn/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Darryn a boy or girl name?
Darryn is a boy's name.
How popular is Darryn?
Darryn is a rare spelling in the U.S., next to the standard Darren.