Darlene
girl name#1844 in 2025Darlene entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #49 in 1958, ranks #1844 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1896–2025
#1844
rank today
#49
peak (1958)
108
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1489 |
| 1900s | #1275 |
| 1910s | #702 |
| 1920s | #257 |
| 1930s | #97 |
| 1940s | #75 |
| 1950s | #71 |
| 1960s | #95 |
| 1970s | #251 |
| 1980s | #436 |
| 1990s | #694 |
| 2000s | #1018 |
| 2010s | #1396 |
| 2020s | #1841 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darlene has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 148,000 people named Darlene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darlene alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darlene in 2025?
- Darlene ranks #1844 among US girl names in 2025, with 108 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darlene most popular?
- Darlene peaked in 1958, reaching #49 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Darlene with classmates?
- Darlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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