Boy
Darin
great, gift
About Darin
Darin offers a refined alternative to more common similar-sounding names. This two-syllable name achieves a sophisticated balance between familiarity and distinctiveness. The name has a smooth, flowing quality that feels both gentle and strong simultaneously. Darin works across various professional and social contexts, never feeling out of place whether in a boardroom or on a playground. Its spelling provides clarity while avoiding the confusion that can come with multiple common variations. Parents often select Darin for its understated elegance and the way it suggests someone thoughtful and capable. The name doesn't carry heavy associations with particular eras or trends, giving it timeless versatility. Darin pairs harmoniously with both traditional and modern middle names, adapting to different family naming styles. Children with this name often appreciate its uniqueness without the burden of constant spelling corrections or pronunciation challenges.
Popularity of the Name Darin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | #776 | ||||
| 1960 | #448 | ||||
| 1961 | #378 | ||||
| 1962 | #316 | ||||
| 1963 | #290 | #239 | |||
| 1964 | #236 | #229 | |||
| 1965 | #123 | #133 | |||
| 1966 | #134 | #156 | |||
| 1967 | #142 | #175 | |||
| 1968 | #147 | #167 | |||
| 1969 | #159 | #230 | #304 | ||
| 1970 | #188 | #263 | #208 | ||
| 1971 | #193 | #283 | |||
| 1972 | #203 | #238 | |||
| 1973 | #205 | #240 | |||
| 1974 | #211 | #223 | |||
| 1975 | #245 | #230 | #299 | ||
| 1976 | #290 | ||||
| 1977 | #314 | #280 | #303 | ||
| 1978 | #329 | ||||
| 1979 | #351 | #339 | |||
| 1980 | #379 | ||||
| 1981 | #378 | #295 | |||
| 1982 | #395 | ||||
| 1983 | #387 | ||||
| 1984 | #398 | ||||
| 1985 | #417 | ||||
| 1986 | #427 | ||||
| 1987 | #448 | ||||
| 1988 | #481 | ||||
| 1989 | #510 | ||||
| 1990 | #530 | ||||
| 1991 | #546 | #656 | |||
| 1992 | #600 | #958 | |||
| 1993 | #642 | ||||
| 1994 | #647 | ||||
| 1995 | #698 | #673 | |||
| 1996 | #685 | ||||
| 1997 | #682 | ||||
| 1998 | #778 | ||||
| 1999 | #694 | ||||
| 2000 | #778 | ||||
| 2001 | #776 | ||||
| 2002 | #785 | ||||
| 2003 | #763 | ||||
| 2004 | #977 | ||||
| 2005 | #929 | ||||
| 2009 | #909 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Darin
Names Similar to Darin
Nicknames for Darin
- Dar
- Rin
- Danny
Famous People Named Darin
| Darin Brooks | American actor |
| Darin Erstad | American former baseball player |
| Darin Ruf | American professional baseball player |
| Darin Morgan | American screenwriter and director |
| Darin Zanyar | Swedish singer |
| Darin Gantt | American sportswriter |
| Darin Mastroianni | American former baseball player |
| Darin Downs | American former baseball player |
| Darin Gorski | American former baseball player |
| Darin Henry | American comic book writer |
| Darin Strauss | American novelist |
| Darin Wyman | American former soccer player |
| Darin McDonald | Canadian former ice hockey player |
| Darin Jordan | American former basketball player |
| Darin King | Canadian politician |
| Darin LaHood | American politician |
| Darin Bassin | South African cricketer |
| Darin Nakauchi | American scientist |
| Darin Van Tassell | American artist |
| Darin Barney | Canadian academic |
Characters Named Darin
| Darin MacNamara | character in the TV show "Sons of Anarchy" |
| Darin Ashford | character in the book "Lock and Key" by Sarah Dessen |
| Darin Ostrander | character in the movie "Thinner" |
| Darin Connor | character in the book "The Collector" by Nora Roberts |
| Darin Westby | character in the TV show "Chicago P.D" |
| Darin Barry | character in the TV show "CSI - Miami" |
| Darin Peter Oscar | character in the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Darin Stockton | character in the movie "The Entity" |
| Darin Keener | character in the TV show "NCIS" |
| Darin Hanson | character in the TV show "24" |
| Darin Ennis | character in the TV show "Law & Order - SVU" |
| Darin Harlan | character in the book "The Chase" by Janet Evanovich |
| Darin McGrew | character in the TV show "Monk" |
| Darin Cooper | character in the movie "Reeker" |
| Darin Bowman | character in the TV show "One Life to Live" |
| Darin Thorsen | character in the TV show "The Mentalist" |
| Darin Robertson | character in the TV show "The Glades" |
| Darin Richards | character in the movie "One Perfect Day" |
| Darin Reinhardt | character in the TV show "The West Wing" |
| Darin Cummings | character in the TV show "The Riches" |