Darrel Thomas

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Darrel Thomas — English
33K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Darrel Thomas is a name that combines English origins. The first name Darrel is a masculine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Thomas from the Greek Thomas (Θωμᾶς), from Aramaic Toma, meaning "twin." One of the twelve apostles, known as "Doubting Thomas." Darrel is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 33K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Darrel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Darrel

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Thomas

Meaning: twin

Hebrew

From the Greek Thomas (Θωμᾶς), from Aramaic Toma, meaning "twin." One of the twelve apostles, known as "Doubting Thomas."

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Darrel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Darrel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Darrel Thomas

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Darrel Thomas:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Darrel?
The first name Darrel originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
How common is the name Darrel Thomas?
The first name Darrel is shared by approximately 33K people worldwide. The surname Thomas is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Darrel most common?
The name Darrel is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Darrel most popular?
The name Darrel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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