Darcey Girl

Popularity: #937 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAR-see //ˈdɑːr.si//

Origin: English; Irish

Meaning: English: dark; Irish: descendant of the dark one

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Darcey is derived from the Old French surname "d'Arcy," which itself originates from the Norman place name "Arcy," located in the region of Normandy, France. The etymology can be traced back to the Latin word "d'Arcia," which is believed to be derived from the Gaulish word "arx," meaning "fort" or "high place." This linguistic evolution reflects the historical significance of the name as it transitioned from a geographical identifier to a personal name in the medieval period, particularly following the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Norman names were introduced into the English lexicon.

The name gained prominence in England during the Middle Ages, particularly through notable figures such as the 14th-century English nobleman Sir John Darcy, who served as a soldier and a member of Parliament. The name's association with the English aristocracy helped solidify its status in the cultural landscape of the time.

Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and records, contributing to its recognition and usage in England and beyond. Culturally, Darcey has been associated with qualities such as nobility and strength, reflecting its roots in fortification and high places.

The name has also been linked to various literary works and characters, which have contributed to its resonance in English-speaking cultures. A diminutive form, "Darcy," has emerged, further embedding the name in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Overall, the name Darcey carries with it a rich tapestry of linguistic heritage and historical significance, marking its place in the annals of English nomenclature.

Famous people named Darcey

In this section, you will find notable people named Darcey. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Darcey who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Darcey who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Darcey Bussell is a former ballet dancer best known for her work with The Royal Ballet, her role in the Royal Ballet's production of Swan Lake, and her appearances on Strictly Come Dancing.

Darcey Lynn Farmer is a ventriloquist and singer best known for winning America's Got Talent, her performances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and her own television specials.

Sibling suggestions

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Darcey was first seen in the United States in 1947.

Darcey has ranked as high as #2112 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, New York, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts.

In the past 5 years the name Darcey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Darcey is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Darcey was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Darcey.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 11 0 11
2024 6 0 6
2023 11 0 11
2022 19 0 19
2021 13 0 13
2020 12 0 12
2019 16 0 16
2018 14 0 14
2017 17 0 17
2016 14 0 14
2015 12 0 12
2014 11 0 11
2013 7 0 7
2012 15 0 15
2011 9 0 9
2010 10 0 10
2009 12 0 12
2008 7 0 7
2007 11 0 11
2006 6 0 6
2005 13 0 13
2004 8 0 8
2003 12 0 12
2002 10 0 10
2001 16 0 16
2000 9 0 9
1999 11 0 11
1998 18 0 18
1997 19 0 19
1996 11 0 11
1995 26 0 26
1994 15 0 15
1993 28 0 28
1992 28 0 28
1991 23 0 23
1990 30 0 30
1989 34 0 34
1988 38 0 38
1987 25 0 25
1986 21 0 21
1985 35 0 35
1984 43 0 43
1983 40 0 40
1982 35 0 35
1981 44 8 36
1980 42 0 42
1979 50 10 40
1978 53 0 53
1977 46 7 39
1976 48 0 48
1975 58 0 58
1974 56 0 56
1973 66 0 66
1972 61 5 56
1971 65 5 60
1970 83 6 77
1969 72 7 65
1968 72 5 67
1967 45 5 40
1966 56 0 56
1965 33 6 27
1964 41 0 41
1963 35 0 35
1962 42 0 42
1961 37 0 37
1960 52 7 45
1959 37 6 31
1958 22 5 17
1957 21 0 21
1956 25 6 19
1955 23 5 18
1954 18 0 18
1953 17 0 17
1952 17 0 17
1951 21 0 21
1950 7 0 7
1949 5 0 5
1948 7 0 7
1947 5 0 5

Top States for Darcey (1993)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 5
100%