Boy
Darwin
dear friend, beloved friend
About Darwin
Intellectually evocative without being academic, this name carries associations with curiosity and exploration. It suggests a thoughtful nature and an inquiring mind, qualities many parents hope to encourage. The two-syllable structure provides just enough complexity to be interesting while remaining straightforward and pronounceable. Its relatively uncommon status means distinctive identity without confusing uniqueness. The name works across various personality types and doesn't pigeonhole a child into specific expectations. Parents who select this name often value knowledge, science, and discovery, seeing it as inspiration rather than pressure. It ages remarkably well, sounding appropriate for both children and adults. The classic construction ensures it doesn't feel trendy or likely to date quickly, while its uncommon usage keeps it feeling fresh and individual in contemporary contexts.
Popularity of the Name Darwin
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #897 | ||
| 1882 | #967 | ||
| 1889 | #734 | ||
| 1897 | #865 | ||
| 1898 | #821 | ||
| 1901 | #790 | ||
| 1904 | #897 | ||
| 1907 | #827 | ||
| 1908 | #838 | ||
| 1909 | #907 | ||
| 1910 | #714 | ||
| 1911 | #736 | ||
| 1912 | #615 | ||
| 1913 | #503 | ||
| 1914 | #580 | ||
| 1915 | #467 | ||
| 1916 | #465 | ||
| 1917 | #498 | ||
| 1918 | #472 | ||
| 1919 | #481 | ||
| 1920 | #460 | ||
| 1921 | #415 | ||
| 1922 | #445 | ||
| 1923 | #409 | ||
| 1924 | #414 | ||
| 1925 | #398 | ||
| 1926 | #426 | ||
| 1927 | #378 | ||
| 1928 | #367 | ||
| 1929 | #332 | ||
| 1930 | #332 | ||
| 1931 | #339 | ||
| 1932 | #330 | ||
| 1933 | #308 | ||
| 1934 | #314 | ||
| 1935 | #299 | ||
| 1936 | #305 | ||
| 1937 | #309 | ||
| 1938 | #297 | ||
| 1939 | #306 | ||
| 1940 | #320 | ||
| 1941 | #345 | ||
| 1942 | #336 | ||
| 1943 | #334 | ||
| 1944 | #343 | ||
| 1945 | #390 | ||
| 1946 | #378 | ||
| 1947 | #369 | ||
| 1948 | #395 | ||
| 1949 | #386 | ||
| 1950 | #376 | ||
| 1951 | #377 | ||
| 1952 | #397 | ||
| 1953 | #396 | ||
| 1954 | #399 | ||
| 1955 | #389 | ||
| 1956 | #389 | ||
| 1957 | #395 | ||
| 1958 | #380 | ||
| 1959 | #399 | ||
| 1960 | #399 | ||
| 1961 | #408 | ||
| 1962 | #404 | ||
| 1963 | #429 | ||
| 1964 | #426 | ||
| 1965 | #403 | ||
| 1966 | #415 | ||
| 1967 | #437 | ||
| 1968 | #444 | ||
| 1969 | #474 | ||
| 1970 | #563 | ||
| 1971 | #601 | ||
| 1972 | #675 | ||
| 1973 | #667 | ||
| 1974 | #677 | ||
| 1975 | #747 | ||
| 1976 | #907 | ||
| 1977 | #788 | ||
| 1978 | #832 | ||
| 1979 | #859 | ||
| 1980 | #805 | ||
| 1981 | #803 | ||
| 1982 | #957 | ||
| 1983 | #897 | ||
| 1984 | #784 | ||
| 1985 | #877 | ||
| 1986 | #881 | ||
| 1987 | #871 | ||
| 1988 | #836 | ||
| 1989 | #813 | ||
| 1990 | #906 | ||
| 1991 | #879 | #821 | |
| 1992 | #953 | #835 | |
| 1993 | #919 | #786 | |
| 1994 | #940 | #704 | |
| 1997 | #966 | #766 | |
| 2001 | #877 | ||
| 2002 | #900 | #963 | |
| 2003 | #870 | ||
| 2004 | #819 | ||
| 2005 | #866 | ||
| 2006 | #781 | #634 | |
| 2007 | #822 | ||
| 2008 | #785 | ||
| 2009 | #740 | ||
| 2010 | #732 | ||
| 2011 | #773 | ||
| 2012 | #856 | #927 | |
| 2013 | #829 | ||
| 2014 | #909 | ||
| 2015 | #869 | #789 | |
| 2016 | #857 | ||
| 2017 | #833 | ||
| 2018 | #907 | ||
| 2019 | #958 | ||
| 2020 | #905 | ||
| 2022 | #984 | ||
| 2023 | #970 | #775 | |
| 2024 | #839 | ||
| 2025 | #961 | ||
| 1995 | #737 | ||
| 1996 | #863 | ||
| 1998 | #782 | ||
| 1999 | #933 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Darwin
Names Similar to Darwin
Nicknames for Darwin
- Dar
- Win
- D-Man
- Winnie
Famous People Named Darwin
| Charles Darwin | British naturalist, author of "On the Origin of Species" |
| Darwin Cook | American football player |
| Darwin Deason | American billionaire and philanthropist |
| Darwin Quintero | Colombian soccer player |
| Darwin Barney | American baseball player |
| Darwin Joston | American actor |
| Darwin Watterson | A character from the animated series "The Amazing World of Gumball" |
| Darwin Ortiz | American magician and author |
| Darwin Hobbs | American gospel singer |
| Darwin Thompson | American football player |
| Darwin Hindman | American politician and lawyer |
| Darwin Atapuma | Colombian road cyclist |
| Darwin Stolzenberg | American biologist and geneticist |
| Darwin Shaw | British actor |
| Darwin Kastle | American game designer and Magic - The Gathering player |
| Darwin Valle | Colombian soccer player |
| Darwin T. Turner | American poet and scholar |
| Darwin K. Kyle | American politician |
| Darwin L. Teilhet | American lawyer and author |
| Darwin L. Gillett | American architect |
Characters Named Darwin
| Darwin Thornberry | A character from the animated series "The Wild Thornberrys" |
| Darwin Duck | A character from the comic book series "Disney Ducks" |
| Darwin Tremor | A character from the video game "Ratchet & Clank" |
| Darwin Wu | A character from the animated series "The Amazing World of Gumball" |
| Darwin Lavi | A character from the manga and anime series "D.Gray-man" |
| Darwin Raglan Caspian Ahab Poseidon Nicodemius Watterson III | The full name of a character from "The Amazing World of Gumball" |
| Darwin Jones | A character from the TV series "The Famous Jett Jackson" |
| Darwin Fennerman | A character from the TV series "The Secret World of Alex Mack" |
| Darwin Mayflower | A character from the film "Hudson Hawk" |
| Darwin the Dolphin | A character from the animated series "SeaQuest DSV" |