Darrington
Pronunciation: [ d-AR-ihngt-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Darrington first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 36 babies have been named Darrington in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darrington is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,132 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,132
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Darrington
Darrington is a boy name .
Darrington is currently ranked #21,132 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darrington include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darrington 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