Dar
Pronunciation: [ d-AHR ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 28 babies have been named Dar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,848 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,848
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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"God will raise up"
#39,864 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"narrow strait or channel"
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Old Norse/French origin
"defender of the mountain"
#39,937 in US
Hebrew via Irish origin
"God is gracious"
#39,878 in US
Hebrew origin
"fruitful, doubly fruitful"
#39,835 in US
Old Norse/Germanic origin
"shield wolf, brave protector"
#39,661 in US
Old French/English origin
"dear friend, huckleberry (with noble ..."
#40,048 in US
Greek origin
"one who tames"
#39,785 in US
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis