Darwin
boy name#960 in 2025Darwin entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #297 in 1938, ranks #960 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1881–2025
#960
rank today
#297
peak (1938)
241
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #876 |
| 1890s | #897 |
| 1900s | #954 |
| 1910s | #551 |
| 1920s | #404 |
| 1930s | #314 |
| 1940s | #360 |
| 1950s | #390 |
| 1960s | #424 |
| 1970s | #731 |
| 1980s | #852 |
| 1990s | #980 |
| 2000s | #847 |
| 2010s | #852 |
| 2020s | #956 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darwin has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 17,000 people named Darwin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darwin alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darwin in 2025?
- Darwin ranks #960 among US boy names in 2025, with 241 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darwin most popular?
- Darwin peaked in 1938, reaching #297 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darwin with classmates?
- Darwin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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