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Darcy vs Keir

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keir

Boy #6,610 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, dark-complexioned"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic ciar

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,610
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darcy Rank #3,883
Keir Rank #6,610

Darcy is more popular, ranked #3883 vs #6610 for Keir.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darcy or Keir more popular?

Darcy is more popular, ranked #3883 compared to Keir at #6610 in the United States.

What do Darcy and Keir mean?

Darcy means "from Arcy (place name)" (Old French origin). Keir means "dark one, dark-complexioned" (Scottish Gaelic ciar origin).

Are Darcy and Keir boy or girl names?

Darcy is primarily a boy name. Keir is primarily a boy name.

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