Darryn

Darryn is a masculine given name. It is commonly treated as a variant spelling of Darren, and is used in several English-speaking countries. The etymology of Darryn is not firmly established; Darren’s origins are uncertain and have been attributed to various sources, including possible early Gaelic roots alongside more recent English coinages. The spelling Darryn likely arose through creative variation among families and communities that favor alternate spellings of familiar names.

Usage and popularity: Darryn is comparatively uncommon; it does not appear as a top-ranked name in major national databases, though it is encountered in birth records in various regions. Like Darren, it is typically given to boys, though naming can vary by family preference.

Variants and related names: Darryn is related to Darren, Darin, Darrin, Derrin, and Darian. The different spellings reflect broader trends toward phonetic and ornamental variants in English-language naming.

Notable people: There are individuals named Darryn who have gained recognition in sports, arts, and other fields, but the spelling Darryn remains less common than the parallel Darren.

See also: Darren, Darin, Darian.