Girl
Darla
dear one, beloved
About Darla
Darla charms with its vintage appeal and friendly, down-to-earth character that feels refreshingly unpretentious. This compact name packs personality into two simple syllables, making it memorable and easy to spell—a practical consideration in our increasingly digital world. Darla has a warm, approachable quality that suggests kindness and authenticity, traits that never lose their value. The name experienced peak popularity in earlier decades, making it a distinctive choice for modern parents seeking something familiar yet uncommon. Darla's retro charm gives it a quirky, individualistic feel without being outlandish. The name suits a girl with spark and spunk, someone comfortable being herself. Its straightforward nature means no complicated spelling corrections or pronunciation guides, making life simpler for both child and parents.
Popularity of the Name Darla
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1935 | #672 | ||
| 1936 | #410 | ||
| 1937 | #480 | ||
| 1938 | #428 | ||
| 1939 | #368 | ||
| 1940 | #339 | ||
| 1941 | #326 | ||
| 1942 | #346 | ||
| 1943 | #378 | ||
| 1944 | #397 | ||
| 1945 | #408 | ||
| 1946 | #303 | ||
| 1947 | #347 | ||
| 1948 | #372 | ||
| 1949 | #345 | ||
| 1950 | #323 | ||
| 1951 | #319 | ||
| 1952 | #329 | ||
| 1953 | #324 | ||
| 1954 | #318 | ||
| 1955 | #292 | ||
| 1956 | #237 | ||
| 1957 | #230 | ||
| 1958 | #223 | ||
| 1959 | #203 | ||
| 1960 | #202 | ||
| 1961 | #203 | ||
| 1962 | #190 | ||
| 1963 | #165 | ||
| 1964 | #185 | ||
| 1965 | #208 | ||
| 1966 | #211 | ||
| 1967 | #230 | ||
| 1968 | #240 | ||
| 1969 | #271 | ||
| 1970 | #299 | ||
| 1971 | #305 | ||
| 1972 | #331 | ||
| 1973 | #375 | ||
| 1974 | #407 | ||
| 1975 | #460 | ||
| 1976 | #481 | ||
| 1977 | #532 | ||
| 1978 | #538 | ||
| 1979 | #583 | ||
| 1980 | #587 | ||
| 1981 | #628 | ||
| 1982 | #680 | ||
| 1983 | #746 | ||
| 1984 | #806 | ||
| 1985 | #903 | ||
| 2025 | #941 | #340 | #188 |
| 2015 | #992 | ||
| 2017 | #779 | #659 | |
| 2018 | #707 | #365 | |
| 2019 | #740 | #718 | |
| 2020 | #591 | #379 | |
| 2021 | #526 | #438 | |
| 2022 | #411 | #340 | |
| 2023 | #376 | #239 | |
| 2024 | #369 | #253 | |
| 2014 | #763 | ||
| 2016 | #774 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland
Variations of Name Darla
- Darlah
- Darle
- Darlaa
- Darrah
Names Similar to Darla
Nicknames for Darla
- Dar
- Darli
- Dardy
- Darly
- Dari
Famous People Named Darla
| Darla Moore | American financier and philanthropist |
| Darla K. Anderson | American film producer |
| Darla Baker | British fashion model |
| Darla Taylor | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Darla Haun | American actress and model |
| Darla Zelenitsky | Canadian paleontologist |
| Darla K. Deardorff | American educator and author |
| Darla N. Moore | American writer and researcher |
| Darla P. Castelli | American kinesiologist and researcher |
| Darla Walker | Canadian scientist and professor |
| Darla Varrenti | American poet and writer |
| Darla Purgason | American artist and illustrator |
| Darla Cheung | Canadian figure skater |
| Darla Hood | American beauty queen, Miss America 1965 |
| Darla Crane | American professional wrestler |
| Darla Clark | Australian entrepreneur and investor |
| Darla Miles | American news anchor and reporter |
Characters Named Darla
| Darla Sherman | Character in the movie "Finding Nemo" |
| Darla Hood | Character in the novel "Darla Hood - Little Rascals' Buckwheat, An Annotated Guide to the Series" |
| Darla Dimple | Character in the animated film "Cats and Peachtopia" |
| Darla Marks | Character in the TV show "Cory in the House" |
| Darla Shine | Character in the movie "High School High" |
| Darla Baker | Character in the video game "Fahrenheit" |
| Darla Dudley | Character in the comic book series "Shazam!" |