Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Darin originates from English, meaning 'beloved'. It evolved from the Old English name Daring and has variants like Darren. Darin gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is viewed positively today, associated with creativity and charm. It has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Darin is derived from the Old English name Daring, which means 'beloved'. It is thought to be a modern variant of the name Darren, which itself has Irish roots.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Daring, Darren, Darin
Historical Usage
Darin gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1970s, becoming a fashionable name for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Darren, Darin, Daryan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darin is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with creativity and charm.
Famous People
Darin Zanyar, Darin Brooks, Darin Erstad
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,625 peak births in 1965
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in South Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 567th of 7552 | 3,307 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 199th of 10718 | 20,165 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 503rd of 16616 | 5,638 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1000th of 24088 | 2,773 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2506th of 23106 | 634 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6343rd of 12526 | 65 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6074th of 19264 | 126 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9858th of 27321 | 98 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16271st of 35406 | 65 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
19.08% 425th/2227 |
24.16% 587th/2430 |
25.90% 739th/2853 |
13.19% 366th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
4.29% 126th/2937 |
7.44% 259th/3483 |
8.47% 298th/3518 |
4.18% 169th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
8.93% 329th/3685 |
13.70% 613th/4475 |
12.24% 636th/5194 |
7.77% 491st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.38% 842nd/4582 |
21.22% 1096th/5164 |
17.27% 1263rd/7313 |
12.93% 965th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.66% 2377th/3984 |
77.74% 3488th/4487 |
42.71% 2914th/6822 |
34.59% 2171st/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.90% 2578th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in South Dakota across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 567th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 199th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 503rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1000th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2506th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6343rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6074th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9858th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16271st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.