What is the origin of the name Darrin?

Darrin is a name of Irish origin.

How popular is the name Darrin?

In 2023, 34 babies were named Darrin in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Is Darrin a boy's name?

Yes, Darrin is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Darrin

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Births Last Year: 34 ↘

All-Time Total: 29,581

Peak Year: 1965

Darrin is a modern variation of the name Darren, which is of uncertain origin. It may be derived from the Irish surname O'Darain, meaning "descendant of Darain."

Notable Namesakes

Darrin Criss - Actor, singer, songwriter (Glee, Hedwig and the Angry Inch)
Darrin Henson - Actor, choreographer (Soul Food, Stomp the Yard)
Darrin Pfeiffer - Musician (Goldfinger drummer)
Darrin Horn - Basketball coach (Texas Longhorns assistant coach)
Darrin Fletcher - Baseball player (MLB catcher)
Darrin Nelson - Football player (NFL running back)
Darrin Simmons - Football coach (Cincinnati Bengals special teams coordinator)
Darrin Reaves - Football player (NFL running back)
Darrin Chiaverini - Football coach (Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator)
Darrin Jackson - Baseball player (MLB outfielder)

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Darrin

Kory Brent Norman Donavan Chad Daryl Trever Damon

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Darrin

Amiah Brook Kalie Myah Adrienne Mylah Alyse Brea

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Darrin

Daren Darian Darien Darin Darion Daron Darren Darrion

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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