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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-)

Baseball player

  • 8-time MLB All-Star
  • 4-time World Series champion
  • National League Rookie of the Year (1983)

Darryl McDaniels (1964-)

Rapper, actor

  • Member of Run-D.M.C.
  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee (2002)

Darryl Hannah (1960-)

Actress

  • Known for roles in films like 'Blade Runner', 'Splash', and 'Kill Bill'

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