Darin vs Mahlon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darin

Boy #3,577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great, kingly"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

English Persian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,577
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Darin Rank #3,577
Mahlon Rank #3,441

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 vs #3577 for Darin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darin or Mahlon more popular?

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 compared to Darin at #3577 in the United States.

What do Darin and Mahlon mean?

Darin means "great, kingly" (Persian origin). Mahlon means "sickness; weakness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darin and Mahlon boy or girl names?

Darin is primarily a boy name. Mahlon is primarily a boy name.

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