Darrin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darrin is an Irish name meaning 'oak tree', originating from 'Darach'. Its language path includes variations such as Darach and Darragh. The name is associated with strength and stability, akin to the oak tree. It has no significant biblical relevance, but has gained popularity primarily in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Common variants include Darin and Darryn, and it is generally perceived as modern and friendly.
The name Darrin is most popular in Kansas, USA 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, Darrin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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 male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darrin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 703rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 206th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 511th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1098th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2548th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7197th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18891st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Darrin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darrin"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Darrin is derived from the Irish name 'Darach', which means 'oak tree'. It is related to the word 'doire', meaning 'oak grove'.
Meaning
oak tree
Language Evolution
Darach, Darragh, Darin
Historical Usage
Darrin gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s.
Variants & Derivatives
Darin, Darragh, Darryn
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Darrin is viewed as a modern and friendly name, with a casual yet strong connotation.
Famous People
Darrin Henson, Darrin McBeath
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darrin"
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 "Darrin"
"Darrin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 703rd of 7552 | 2,081 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 206th of 10718 | 18,961 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 511th of 16616 | 5,484 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1098th of 24088 | 2,437 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2548th of 23106 | 618 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7197th of 19264 | 93 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18891st of 27321 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.08% 514th/2227 |
25.27% 614th/2430 |
30.32% 865th/2853 |
18.27% 507th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
5.28% 155th/2937 |
6.12% 213th/3483 |
7.11% 250th/3518 |
5.39% 218th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.01% 369th/3685 |
12.42% 556th/4475 |
10.69% 555th/5194 |
9.24% 584th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.64% 900th/4582 |
25.04% 1293rd/5164 |
15.78% 1154th/7313 |
17.86% 1333rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.60% 2016th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
41.59% 2837th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 of "Darrin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darrin" 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.