Darren vs Maurice

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darren

Boy #955 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oak grove, great"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#955
Total SSA Count
238
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dar, Daz

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Darren Rank #955
Maurice Rank #932

Maurice is more popular, ranked #932 vs #955 for Darren.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darren ___

  • Darren James
  • Darren Michael
  • Darren Patrick
  • Darren Thomas
  • Darren Lee
  • Darren Scott

Maurice ___

  • Maurice James
  • Maurice Charles
  • Maurice William
  • Maurice Lee
  • Maurice Eugene
  • Maurice Raymond

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Darren

Kevin Karen Deirdre Shane Brendan

If you choose Maurice

Bernard Eugene Dorothy Clarence Gloria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darren or Maurice more popular?

Maurice is more popular, ranked #932 compared to Darren at #955 in the United States.

What do Darren and Maurice mean?

Darren means "oak grove, great" (Irish Gaelic origin). Maurice means "dark-skinned, Moorish" (Latin origin).

Are Darren and Maurice boy or girl names?

Darren is primarily a boy name. Maurice is primarily a boy name.

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