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Name Origin

Darryl is a masculine given name, primarily of English origin. It is a variant spelling of Darrell, which itself is a diminutive form of Daragh. Daragh is an Irish Gaelic name meaning 'oak tree'. Therefore, Darryl carries the symbolic meaning of strength, endurance, and wisdom associated with the oak tree.

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Famous People

Darryl Strawberry (1962-)

Professional Baseball Player

  • 8x MLB All-Star
  • 4x World Series Champion
  • NL Rookie of the Year

Darryl Hannah (1960-)

Actress

  • Roles in films like 'Blade Runner', 'Splash', and 'Kill Bill'

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