Holding steady.
Popularity of Darol since 1917
Babies named Darol per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 50 |
| 1930s | 119 |
| 1940s | 107 |
| 1950s | 118 |
| 1960s | 62 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Darol first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, a relatively modern invention with no clear etymological roots. It reached its peak popularity in 1936, during a decade when similar-sounding names like Darrell and Darlene were more common. Since then, its usage has remained stable at very low levels, with no recorded births in recent years to compute a one-in-N figure. The name never ranked in the top 1,000 and has no strong associations with any particular state. Parents may have been drawn to its simple, two-syllable sound, fitting the style of mid-20th century coinages. Despite its obscurity, Darol has a straightforward pronunciation and a familiar feel, making it a rare but accessible choice.
The name Darol first appeared in U.S. records around 1917 and saw modest use in the 1930s, peaking in 1936. It is likely a modern invention, possibly derived from the surname Darrell or a combination of popular sounds from names like Darin and Carol. Its scarcity and lack of clear linguistic roots suggest it is an American coinage with no established meaning beyond its phonetic appeal.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dare, Rol
Sibling names for Darol
Names that share Darol's style, for a brother or sister.
