Darry Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAIR-ee / /ˈdɛri/English; Irish
Meaning
English: beloved; Irish: descendant of the oak
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Darry is often considered a diminutive of names like Darren or Darius. It has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English contexts, it is associated with affection and endearment. In Irish contexts, it connects to nature through its meaning related to oak trees.
Trend Summary
The name Darry has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darryl
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darry was first seen in the United States in 1930. Darry has ranked as high as #1077 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Alabama, North Carolina, Louisiana, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Darry has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darry (1971)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 23 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 28 |
| 1953 | 25 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 42 |
| 1957 | 52 |
| 1958 | 55 |
| 1959 | 60 |
| 1960 | 69 |
| 1961 | 64 |
| 1962 | 68 |
| 1963 | 60 |
| 1964 | 56 |
| 1965 | 66 |
| 1966 | 63 |
| 1967 | 33 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 30 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |