Darrie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAH-ree / /ˈdæri/English; Irish
Meaning
English: beloved; Irish: descendant of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Darrie is a variant of the name Derry, which has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is often associated with the term 'dear' or 'beloved.' In Irish, it is linked to the name Derry, which refers to a place name in Ireland and can denote a lineage of warriors. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Darrie has been less common in recent years, with limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darry
- Darrin
International Variants
- Dario (Italian)
- Darius (Latin)
Famous people named Darrie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darrie was first seen in the United States in 1951. Darrie has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Darrie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darrie (1968)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |