Darwin
Darwin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dear friend.
Origin and history
Darwin is derived from an Old English surname meaning 'dear friend'. It has a long history of moderate usage in the United States, often associated with scientific curiosity due to the legacy of Charles Darwin. Today, it remains a recognized, classic yet distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
26,347 babies in the United States have been named Darwin since 1880. It ranks #723 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #880.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.2 %)
- CA (9 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
- MI (7.6 %)
- IA (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 23 |
| 1890-1900 | 20 |
| 1900-1910 | 66 |
| 1910-1920 | 964 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,208 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,023 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,033 |
| 1950-1960 | 3,490 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,436 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,363 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,150 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,292 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,252 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,592 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,435 |
Famous people named Darwin
- Darwin Cook: Basketball player, Coach
- Darwin Barney: Baseball player
- Darwin Ham: Basketball coach, Basketball player
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Old English given name Deorwine, combining elements meaning 'dear' and 'friend'.
- Its popularity as a given name was influenced by the renown of naturalist Charles Darwin.