Darla Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAR-lah / /ˈdɑːr.lə/English; Latin
Meaning
English: darling; Latin: dear one
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Darla gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century. It is often associated with the term 'darling,' which conveys affection. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, particularly in literature and film.
Trend Summary
Darla experienced a peak in popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darlene
International Variants
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Famous people named Darla
Darla Hood was an American actress known for her role in the Our Gang series.
Darla K. Anderson is a producer at Pixar Animation Studios, recognized for her work on several acclaimed animated films.
Fictional characters named Darla
Darla is a character in the animated film Finding Nemo, known for her role as the fish collector.
Darla is a character in the TV series The Little Rascals, depicted as a spoiled girl.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darla was first seen in the United States in 1924. Darla has ranked as high as #305 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Darla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darla (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 44 | |
| TX | 39 | |
| AZ | 16 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| UT | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 23 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 26 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 29 |
| 1935 | 98 |
| 1936 | 246 |
| 1937 | 185 |
| 1938 | 244 |
| 1939 | 318 |
| 1940 | 356 |
| 1941 | 406 |
| 1942 | 409 |
| 1943 | 365 |
| 1944 | 318 |
| 1945 | 303 |
| 1946 | 592 |
| 1947 | 528 |
| 1948 | 450 |
| 1949 | 502 |
| 1950 | 567 |
| 1951 | 617 |
| 1952 | 623 |
| 1953 | 645 |
| 1954 | 700 |
| 1955 | 877 |
| 1956 | 1,209 |
| 1957 | 1,334 |
| 1958 | 1,355 |
| 1959 | 1,672 |
| 1960 | 1,724 |
| 1961 | 1,715 |
| 1962 | 1,965 |
| 1963 | 2,391 |
| 1964 | 2,044 |
| 1965 | 1,581 |
| 1966 | 1,445 |
| 1967 | 1,265 |
| 1968 | 1,152 |
| 1969 | 1,058 |
| 1970 | 965 |
| 1971 | 895 |
| 1972 | 692 |
| 1973 | 559 |
| 1974 | 493 |
| 1975 | 409 |
| 1976 | 382 |
| 1977 | 341 |
| 1978 | 333 |
| 1979 | 313 |
| 1980 | 315 |
| 1981 | 287 |
| 1982 | 259 |
| 1983 | 219 |
| 1984 | 197 |
| 1985 | 176 |
| 1986 | 136 |
| 1987 | 142 |
| 1988 | 148 |
| 1989 | 117 |
| 1990 | 120 |
| 1991 | 114 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 76 |
| 1994 | 67 |
| 1995 | 120 |
| 1996 | 105 |
| 1997 | 99 |
| 1998 | 93 |
| 1999 | 86 |
| 2000 | 97 |
| 2001 | 106 |
| 2002 | 91 |
| 2003 | 105 |
| 2004 | 109 |
| 2005 | 104 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2007 | 106 |
| 2008 | 127 |
| 2009 | 126 |
| 2010 | 139 |
| 2011 | 143 |
| 2012 | 174 |
| 2013 | 151 |
| 2014 | 161 |
| 2015 | 127 |
| 2016 | 185 |
| 2017 | 161 |
| 2018 | 181 |
| 2019 | 165 |
| 2020 | 155 |
| 2021 | 190 |
| 2022 | 202 |
| 2023 | 199 |
| 2024 | 244 |