Darrik
Darrik is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,997 in the US, popular nicknames include Dar, Day, and Darie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Darrik first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 90 babies have been named Darrik in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darrik is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,997 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,997
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Darrik
Darrik is a boy name .
Darrik is currently ranked #13,997 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darrik include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darrik include Darren, Darrell, Darryl, Darrius, Darrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis