Darby
boy name#6446 in 2025Darby entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #721 in 1970, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#6446
rank today
#721
peak (1970)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3489 |
| 1920s | #3334 |
| 1930s | #3033 |
| 1940s | #2484 |
| 1950s | #1773 |
| 1960s | #1326 |
| 1970s | #1074 |
| 1980s | #2055 |
| 1990s | #2215 |
| 2000s | #3051 |
| 2010s | #3754 |
| 2020s | #5852 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darby has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Darby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darby alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darby in 2025?
- Darby ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darby most popular?
- Darby peaked in 1970, reaching #721 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darby with classmates?
- Darby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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