Darrell Reynolds

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Darrell Reynolds — French
162K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Darrell Reynolds is a name that combines French origins. The first name Darrell is a masculine given name of French origin. Darrell is a given name derived from an English surname, which was derived from Norman-French d'Airelle, originally denoting one who came from Airelle in France. There are no longer any towns in France called Airelle, but airelle is the French word for huckleberry. The surname Reynolds: Reynolds is a surname in the English language. Among the earliest recorded use of the surname is from the early 11th century. Reynolds is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Reynold", where the given name of the father, "Reynold", or "Reginald", was a Germanic name composed of *raginą + *waldą, meaning "Powerful Ruler" The addition of "s" to the father's first name makes Reynolds a simple genitive case patronymic. Darrell is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 162K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Darrell reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Darrell

French

Darrell is a given name derived from an English surname, which was derived from Norman-French d'Airelle, originally denoting one who came from Airelle in France. There are no longer any towns in France called Airelle, but airelle is the French word for huckleberry.

Surname: Reynolds

Germanic

Reynolds is a surname in the English language. Among the earliest recorded use of the surname is from the early 11th century. Reynolds is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Reynold", where the given name of the father, "Reynold", or "Reginald", was a Germanic name composed of *raginą + *waldą, meaning "Powerful Ruler" The addition of "s" to the father's first name makes Reynolds a simple genitive case patronymic.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Darrell Reynolds

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 Darrell Reynolds:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Darrell?
The first name Darrell originates from French. Darrell is a given name derived from an English surname, which was derived from Norman-French d'Airelle, originally denoting one who came from Airelle in France. There are no longer any towns in France called Airelle, but airelle is the French word for huckleberry.
When was Darrell most popular?
The name Darrell reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Reynolds?
The surname Reynolds originates from Germanic. Reynolds is a surname in the English language. Among the earliest recorded use of the surname is from the early 11th century. Reynolds is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Reynold", where the given name of the father, "Reynold", or "Reginald", was a Germanic name composed of *raginą + *waldą, meaning "Powerful Ruler" The addition of "s" to the father's first name makes Reynolds a simple genitive case patronymic.
What are the origins of the name Darrell Reynolds?
The name Darrell Reynolds combines two different traditions: the first name Darrell has French roots, while the surname Reynolds originates from Germanic.
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