Darek
Darek is a boy's name of Polish origin.
Meaning
Possessing goodness, or ruler of the people, depending on derivation from Dariusz or Derek.
Origin and history
Darek is traditionally a Polish short form or diminutive of Dariusz, though in English-speaking regions it often functions as a creative spelling variant of Derek. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare given name with steady, low-level usage over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,561 babies in the United States have been named Darek since 1880. It ranks #3185 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1757.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.4 %)
- TX (24.3 %)
- IL (12.5 %)
- NY (12.5 %)
- MI (11.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 107 |
| 1970-1980 | 292 |
| 1980-1990 | 325 |
| 1990-2000 | 311 |
| 2000-2010 | 196 |
| 2010-2019 | 154 |
| 2020-2029 | 170 |
Famous people named Darek
- Darek Formella: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- While used independently in English as a variant of Derek, it originates in Eastern Europe as a diminutive of Dariusz.
- Over 1,500 boys have been named Darek in the United States since 1880, maintaining a consistent modern presence.