Darrin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDARE-in / /ˈdɛrɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: beloved; Irish: great
Historical & Cultural Background
Darrin is often considered a modern variant of the name Darren, which gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It has roots in both English and Irish cultures. The name has been associated with various notable figures and has appeared in popular media. Its usage has fluctuated over the decades, reflecting trends in baby naming.
Trend Summary
Darrin experienced a peak in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darren
International Variants
- Darrin (English)
Famous people named Darrin
Darrin Henson is an American actor and choreographer known for his role in the television series 'Soul Food'.
Darrin McBeath is an American entrepreneur recognized for his contributions to the tech industry.
Fictional characters named Darrin
Darrin Stephens is a character from the television series 'Bewitched', known for being the husband of Samantha.
Darrin is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents', where he is depicted as a schoolmate of Timmy Turner.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darrin was first seen in the United States in 1947. Darrin has ranked as high as #217 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Darrin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darrin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 31 |
| 1959 | 102 |
| 1960 | 217 |
| 1961 | 232 |
| 1962 | 305 |
| 1963 | 310 |
| 1964 | 801 |
| 1965 | 3,255 |
| 1966 | 2,569 |
| 1967 | 2,029 |
| 1968 | 2,077 |
| 1969 | 1,814 |
| 1970 | 1,525 |
| 1971 | 1,264 |
| 1972 | 860 |
| 1973 | 657 |
| 1974 | 594 |
| 1975 | 587 |
| 1976 | 466 |
| 1977 | 362 |
| 1978 | 347 |
| 1979 | 272 |
| 1980 | 283 |
| 1981 | 280 |
| 1982 | 286 |
| 1983 | 331 |
| 1984 | 364 |
| 1985 | 379 |
| 1986 | 380 |
| 1987 | 386 |
| 1988 | 403 |
| 1989 | 418 |
| 1990 | 376 |
| 1991 | 391 |
| 1992 | 322 |
| 1993 | 336 |
| 1994 | 305 |
| 1995 | 282 |
| 1996 | 245 |
| 1997 | 234 |
| 1998 | 218 |
| 1999 | 192 |
| 2000 | 183 |
| 2001 | 175 |
| 2002 | 170 |
| 2003 | 177 |
| 2004 | 169 |
| 2005 | 166 |
| 2006 | 133 |
| 2007 | 125 |
| 2008 | 125 |
| 2009 | 113 |
| 2010 | 97 |
| 2011 | 84 |
| 2012 | 76 |
| 2013 | 80 |
| 2014 | 66 |
| 2015 | 57 |
| 2016 | 60 |
| 2017 | 65 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 34 |