Darien
boy name#1436 in 2025Darien entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #383 in 1994, ranks #1436 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1949–2025
#1436
rank today
#383
peak (1994)
125
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3019 |
| 1950s | #2793 |
| 1960s | #1183 |
| 1970s | #1215 |
| 1980s | #1169 |
| 1990s | #575 |
| 2000s | #724 |
| 2010s | #1051 |
| 2020s | #1384 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darien has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Darien are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darien alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darien in 2025?
- Darien ranks #1436 among US boy names in 2025, with 125 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darien most popular?
- Darien peaked in 1994, reaching #383 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darien with classmates?
- Darien will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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