Chase vs Darby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darby

Girl #3,183 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deer park, settlement of deer"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,183
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dar

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Chase Rank #173
Darby Rank #3,183

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 vs #3183 for Darby.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chase ___

  • Chase Anthony
  • Chase Michael
  • Chase Alexander
  • Chase William
  • Chase Thomas
  • Chase Robert

Darby ___

  • Darby Rose
  • Darby June
  • Darby Faith
  • Darby Claire
  • Darby Elise
  • Darby Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Chase

Logan Blake Morgan Taylor Drew

If you choose Darby

Finley Rory Sloane Beckett Briar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or Darby more popular?

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 compared to Darby at #3183 in the United States.

What do Chase and Darby mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Darby means "deer park, settlement of deer" (Old Norse origin).

Are Chase and Darby boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Darby is primarily a girl name.

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