Daryn
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
3,395 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1965 Peak Popularity Year
116 Peak Births

Daryn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Daryn is a modern English name derived from Darren, linked to the Irish surname O'Dubhain. It means 'great' or 'gift' and has evolved through several forms. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture. There are notable figures with this name, contributing to its recognition.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daryn"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdɛrɪn/

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Origin

Modern English

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Etymology

Daryn is a variant of the name Darren, which is believed to have originated from the Irish surname O'Dubhain, meaning 'descendant of Dubhan'. The name has also been associated with the Welsh word 'dar', meaning 'great' or 'gift'.

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Meaning

great, gift

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Language Evolution

Darren, Daryn, Daren

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Historical Usage

Daryn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Darren, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Darren, Daren, Daryn

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Modern Popularity & Image

Daryn is perceived as a contemporary and unique name that carries a youthful and modern vibe.

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Famous People

Daryn Kagan, American journalist and television personality, Daryn McGowan, Scottish artist

📊 Daryn 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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✨ Daryn Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 116 peak births in 1965

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in California

Historical Span

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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daryn"

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 "Daryn"

"Daryn" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 3051st of 7552 140
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1181st of 10718 793
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1833rd of 16616 629
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2667th of 24088 648
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 5519th of 23106 198
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 5919th of 12526 78
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 8647th of 19264 64
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 5660th of 27321 232
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 4405th of 35406 493
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 9901st of 30306 120

Regional Popularity of "Daryn" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - 50.92%
1413th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
45.52%
1337th/2937
45.62%
1589th/3483
55.91%
1967th/3518
29.77%
1204th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 53.58%
2783rd/5194
34.65%
2189th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
63.31%
2901st/4582
76.12%
3931st/5164
43.48%
3180th/7313
46.27%
3453rd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - 65.98%
4141st/6276

Regional Popularity of "Daryn" 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)
- - - 81.08%
2250th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - 100.00%
4044th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 94.19%
4892nd/5194
90.66%
5727th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- 83.15%
4294th/5164
74.32%
5435th/7313
61.32%
4576th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Daryn"

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

The name Daryn is most popular in California, 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, Daryn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female 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 female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Daryn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3051st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1181st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1833rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2667th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5519th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5919th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8647th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5660th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4405th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9901st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Daryn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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