MallowbyNames

Darald

DAIR-əld · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Darold or Derald

Peak popularity
1927
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Darald since 1924

Babies named Darald per year in U.S. Social Security records.

371019602000Most births 1927Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1920s32
1930s61
1940s51
1950s32
1960s33
1970s5
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Darald is a rare given name that first appeared in the United States in 1924, during the peak of the 1920s naming boom. It reached its highest usage in 1927, with a rank that year placing it outside the top 1000. The name has since become extremely uncommon, with no recorded births in recent decades. Darald is likely a variant of Darold or Derald, reflecting the early 20th century trend of creating new names by blending or respelling existing ones. Despite its obscurity, Darald offers a distinct and vintage feel, rooting back to a specific era of American naming history.

Darald is a rare given name that first appeared in the United States in the 1920s. It is likely a spelling variant of Darold or Derald, which themselves are modern coinages possibly derived from elements of names like Dara or Gerald. The name achieved its peak usage in 1927 and has since become exceedingly rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Dar, Dare

Variants: Darold, Derald, Derold

Sibling names for Darald

Names that share Darald's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Darald mean?
The meaning of Darald is uncertain. It is likely a modern American variant of names like Darold or Derald.
How popular is the name Darald currently?
Darald has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 since the mid-20th century. The most recent data shows it was given to fewer than 5 babies in 2025, if any.
Is Darald a boy's name?
Yes, Darald is almost exclusively used as a masculine name.