| Meaning | free from envy |
| Origin | Irish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Darby |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Dar-by |
About Darby
A spirited choice that breaks away from conventional feminine naming patterns. Darby possesses an upbeat energy and tomboyish charm that appeals to parents seeking something refreshingly different. This name has gained steady popularity among families who value individuality and aren't afraid to buck traditional trends. Its crisp single-syllable sound followed by the softer 'y' ending creates an interesting rhythmic balance. Darby suits an adventurous personality—someone who might grow up to be fearless, creative, and march to the beat of their own drum. The name has literary and cultural connections that add depth without being overly precious. It's short enough to be memorable but distinctive enough to stand out in a classroom. Darby represents a bold naming choice for parents who want their daughter to have a name as unique as her future potential.
Nicknames for Darby
| Dar |
| Bee |
| Arby |
| Darb |
| Dabs |
Famous People Named Darby
| Darby Stanchfield | American actress |
| Darby Walker | American singer and contestant on "The Voice" |
| Darby Hinton | American actress and producer |
| Darby Crash | Lead vocalist of punk band The Germs |
| Darby Conley | Cartoonist, creator of the comic strip "Get Fuzzy" |
| Darby O'Gill and the Little People | 1959 Disney film character |
| Darby Briar | American social media personality |
| Darby Pop | American comic book publisher |
| Darby Hickey | American writer and activist |
| Darby Bannard | American artist and art critic |
| Darby Ricketts | Jamaican freedom fighter |
| Darby Bible | Early English translation of the Bible |
| Darby Mills | Canadian rock singer |
| Darby C. Dobbins | American politician and judge |
| Darby M'Graw | Character in the novel "Rob Roy" by Walter Scott |
| Darby Crash Band | American punk rock band |
| Darby Dan Farm | Historic American Thoroughbred horse breeding farm |
| Darby M. G. Bristol | American politician and lawyer |
Characters Named Darby
| Darby Carter | Character in the TV show "Friends" |
| Darby Briar | Character in the book series "After" by Anna Todd |
| Darby Field | Character in the novel "Daughter of Time" by Sarah Woodbury |
| Darby Fixx | Character in the novel "Two for the Dough" by Janet Evanovich |
| Darby Hall | Character in the TV show "Good Witch" |
| Darby Fox | Character in the novel "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" by E.L. Konigsburg |
| Darby Penn | Character in the TV series "Private Practice" |
| Darby Reese | Character in the TV show "The Rookie" |
| Darby Shaw | Character in the TV series "The Firm" |
| Darby Alrich | Character in the TV show "Dollhouse" |
| Darby O'Gill | Irish fictional character from stories and films |
| Darby Turnbull | Character in the TV series "Wynonna Earp" |