Darren
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
104,320 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1965 Peak Popularity Year
5,963 Peak Births

Darren Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Darren is believed to have Irish origins, meaning 'oak tree'. It evolved from the Gaelic surname Ó Daireáin and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. The name is associated with traits of friendliness and approachability, and it has no direct biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darren"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdærən/

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Origin

Uncertain, possibly Irish

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Etymology

The name Darren is thought to have originated from the Gaelic surname Ó Daireáin, which means 'descendant of Daireán'. Daireán itself is derived from the word 'doire', meaning 'oak tree'.

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Meaning

oak tree

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Language Evolution

Daireán, Ó Daireáin, Darren

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Historical Usage

The name Darren became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, especially in the United States during the 1960s.

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Variants & Derivatives

Darrin, Darrel, Darell

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Darren is perceived as a classic name that evokes a sense of friendliness and approachability. It remains popular but is less common among the newer generations.

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Famous People

Darren Criss, Darren Aronofsky, Darren Fletcher

📊 Darren Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Darren Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 5,963 peak births in 1965

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Hawaii

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Darren" - Complete Guide (2 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darren"

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 of "Darren"

"Darren" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 4615th of 6773 34
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 284th of 7552 12,717
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 100th of 10718 48,511
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 201st of 16616 23,609
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 345th of 24088 14,039
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 655th of 23106 4,841
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 5557th of 12526 91
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 3405th of 19264 310
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 7428th of 27321 156
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 35406th of 35406 5
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 27734th of 30306 7

Regional Popularity of "Darren" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
11.50%
256th/2227
10.12%
246th/2430
12.76%
364th/2853
8.07%
224th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
3.17%
93rd/2937
2.58%
90th/3483
3.44%
121st/3518
2.15%
87th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
4.75%
175th/3685
3.49%
156th/4475
3.99%
207th/5194
3.32%
210th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
7.84%
359th/4582
4.90%
253rd/5164
5.07%
371st/7313
4.50%
336th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
18.52%
738th/3984
12.15%
545th/4487
10.52%
718th/6822
9.45%
593rd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Darren" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 76.20%
2654th/3483
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Darren"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Darren" 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 of "Darren" in the United States

The name Darren is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Darren has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darren' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4615th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 284th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 100th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 201st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 345th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 655th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5557th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3405th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7428th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Darren' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Darren name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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