Darcy
Darcy is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
From Arcy (a place name in France).
Origin and history
Darcy derived from a French surname indicating someone from Arcy or d'Arcy in France. Traditionally used as a masculine name in the British Isles, it transitioned to a unisex name over time. In the United States, it is relatively uncommon for boys, maintaining a distinct classic feel.
Popularity in the United States
2,785 babies in the United States have been named Darcy since 1880. It ranks #2452 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.4 %)
- MI (15.6 %)
- NY (15.6 %)
- ND (14.2 %)
- MN (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 45 |
| 1920-1930 | 89 |
| 1930-1940 | 64 |
| 1940-1950 | 142 |
| 1950-1960 | 551 |
| 1960-1970 | 611 |
| 1970-1980 | 527 |
| 1980-1990 | 279 |
| 1990-2000 | 146 |
| 2000-2010 | 100 |
| 2010-2019 | 120 |
| 2020-2029 | 111 |
Famous people named Darcy
- Darcy Tucker: Athlete, Ice Hockey Player
- Darcy Kuemper: Athlete, Ice Hockey Player
Fun facts
- The name originally entered the English language after the Norman Conquest of 1066 as a surname.
- Although famous as a surname via Fitzwilliam Darcy in Pride and Prejudice, Darcy has been used as a given name for centuries.