Darby vs Jaci

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

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Jaci

Girl #3,182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the moon"

Origin: Tupi-Guarani

Cultural Roots

Brazilian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,182
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Jac

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Darby Rank #3,183
Jaci Rank #3,182

Jaci is more popular, ranked #3182 vs #3183 for Darby.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darby ___

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

Jaci ___

  • Jaci Rose
  • Jaci Lynn
  • Jaci Marie
  • Jaci Ann
  • Jaci Elaine
  • Jaci Hope

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Darby

Finley Rory Sloane Beckett Briar

If you choose Jaci

Koda Zuri Beau Sage Lila

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darby or Jaci more popular?

Jaci is more popular, ranked #3182 compared to Darby at #3183 in the United States.

What do Darby and Jaci mean?

Darby means "deer park, settlement of deer" (Old Norse origin). Jaci means "the moon" (Tupi-Guarani origin).

Are Darby and Jaci boy or girl names?

Darby is primarily a girl name. Jaci is primarily a girl name.

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