Darling
boy nameDarling entered the US charts in 1932, peaked at #3776 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1932–2025
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rank today
#3776
peak (1932)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 2010s | #12145 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Darling are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Darling is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darling in 2025?
- Darling is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Darling most popular?
- Darling peaked in 1932, reaching #3776 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darling with classmates?
- Darling will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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