Darlin
Pronunciation: [ d-AHRL-ihn ]
Darlin is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,784 in the US, popular nicknames include Dar, Day, and Darie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Darlin first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 82 babies have been named Darlin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darlin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,784 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,784
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Nicknames
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Darlin is also used as a girl name, ranked #5767.
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About the Name Darlin
Darlin is a boy name .
Is Darlin a boy or girl name? Darlin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #8,784 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,767. Darlin is more commonly used as a girl name.
Darlin is currently ranked #8,784 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darlin include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis