Darcie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAR-see / /ˈdɑːrsi/Irish; French
Meaning
Irish: dark; French: from the oak tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Darcie is derived from the Irish surname Ó Dorchaidhe, which means 'descendant of Dorchaidh.' The name has also been associated with the French word 'd'Arcy,' referring to a place name. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States.
Trend Summary
Darcie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darcy
- Darcey
International Variants
- Darcie (English)
- D'Arcy (French)
Famous people named Darcie
Darcie Glazer Kassewitz is an American philanthropist known for her work in community service and charitable organizations.
Darcie McGowan is an Australian artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Darcie Lane is a British author known for her children's books.
Darcie D. is a Canadian singer-songwriter who has released several albums.
Fictional characters named Darcie
Darcie is a character in the book series 'The Daughters of the Moon' by Lynne Ewing, known for her mystical abilities.
Darcie is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' where she is depicted as a student at Elmore Junior High.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darcie was first seen in the United States in 1942. Darcie has ranked as high as #913 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Darcie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darcie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 37 |
| 1954 | 48 |
| 1955 | 45 |
| 1956 | 46 |
| 1957 | 55 |
| 1958 | 55 |
| 1959 | 65 |
| 1960 | 77 |
| 1961 | 102 |
| 1962 | 74 |
| 1963 | 92 |
| 1964 | 110 |
| 1965 | 93 |
| 1966 | 84 |
| 1967 | 121 |
| 1968 | 148 |
| 1969 | 184 |
| 1970 | 202 |
| 1971 | 211 |
| 1972 | 158 |
| 1973 | 190 |
| 1974 | 182 |
| 1975 | 200 |
| 1976 | 147 |
| 1977 | 164 |
| 1978 | 134 |
| 1979 | 139 |
| 1980 | 160 |
| 1981 | 137 |
| 1982 | 136 |
| 1983 | 141 |
| 1984 | 151 |
| 1985 | 110 |
| 1986 | 96 |
| 1987 | 72 |
| 1988 | 94 |
| 1989 | 100 |
| 1990 | 92 |
| 1991 | 72 |
| 1992 | 78 |
| 1993 | 63 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 45 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 60 |