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Darrin
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About Darrin
Friendly and reliable, Darrin evokes approachability and trustworthiness that serves well throughout life. This name has a comforting familiarity—it's recognizable enough to feel welcoming yet uncommon enough to maintain individuality in most settings. Darrin carries a certain warmth, suggesting someone personable and genuine. The double 'r' adds visual interest and strength to its structure while keeping pronunciation straightforward. This name suits various professional paths while never feeling stuffy or overly formal. Darrin works particularly well for parents seeking classic American naming traditions without choosing something overly popular. It's the kind of name that wears well over decades, never feeling dated or tied to a particular era. Solid, dependable, and pleasantly distinctive—Darrin offers balanced appeal.
Popularity of the Name Darrin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | #752 | |||
| 1960 | #539 | |||
| 1961 | #522 | |||
| 1962 | #458 | |||
| 1963 | #450 | |||
| 1964 | #272 | #230 | ||
| 1965 | #102 | #57 | ||
| 1966 | #119 | #79 | ||
| 1967 | #141 | #104 | ||
| 1968 | #138 | #124 | ||
| 1969 | #158 | #135 | #252 | |
| 1970 | #180 | #172 | #174 | |
| 1971 | #197 | #161 | #207 | |
| 1972 | #247 | #224 | #258 | |
| 1973 | #279 | #264 | #335 | |
| 1974 | #306 | #230 | #294 | |
| 1975 | #309 | #253 | #256 | |
| 1976 | #354 | |||
| 1977 | #414 | |||
| 1978 | #424 | |||
| 1979 | #509 | |||
| 1980 | #503 | |||
| 1981 | #503 | |||
| 1982 | #502 | #345 | ||
| 1983 | #456 | |||
| 1984 | #441 | |||
| 1985 | #437 | |||
| 1986 | #442 | |||
| 1987 | #452 | |||
| 1988 | #449 | |||
| 1989 | #460 | #282 | ||
| 1990 | #510 | |||
| 1991 | #499 | #692 | ||
| 1992 | #566 | #869 | ||
| 1993 | #554 | #811 | ||
| 1994 | #589 | #648 | ||
| 1995 | #609 | |||
| 1996 | #671 | #950 | ||
| 1997 | #686 | |||
| 1998 | #739 | |||
| 1999 | #796 | |||
| 2000 | #863 | |||
| 2001 | #897 | |||
| 2002 | #944 | |||
| 2003 | #926 | |||
| 2004 | #985 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Darrin
Names Similar to Darrin
Nicknames for Darrin
- Dar
- Darr
- Rin
- Rinny
- DD
Famous People Named Darrin
| Darrin Kenneth O'Brien-Snow | Canadian musician |
| Darrin Dewitt Henson | American actor and choreographer |
| Darrin Pfeiffer | Canadian musician - Goldfinger |
| Darrin Fletcher | former Canadian baseball player |
| Darrin Jackson | former American baseball player |
| Darrin Chiaverini | American football coach and former player |
| Darrin Horn | American college basketball coach |
| Darrin Walls | former American football player |
| Darrin Nelson | former American football player |
| Darrin Smith | former American football player |
Characters Named Darrin
| Darrin Stephens | character from the TV show "Bewitched" |
| Darrin Kirkland Jr. | character in the novel "Dread Nation" |
| Darrin MacNamara | character in the book series "Southern Vampire Mysteries" |
| Darrin Shan | main character in the "Cirque du Freak" book series |
| Darrin Danver | character in the film "The Stepford Wives" |
| Darrin Tyler | character in the TV show "The Guardian" |
| Darrin McCarthy | character in the TV show "The King of Queens" |
| Darrin Strauss | character in the novel "Half a Life" |
| Darrin Hand | character in the film "Max Keeble's Big Move" |