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Darline

Quick answerThe given name 'Darline' is derived from the Old French word 'darlin', meaning 'beloved' or 'darling', and is likely a diminutive form of 'dare', a term of endearment.

Girl · 2 syllables

D
Rare

Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#13,896
TrendStable
Peak year1927
Syllables2
Origin
LanguageFrench
CultureWestern
Letters7
Numerology9 Chaldean 3
Global rank#1,116

Popularity over time

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Darline

The given name 'Darline' is derived from the Old French word 'darlin', meaning 'beloved' or 'darling', and is likely a diminutive form of 'dare', a term of endearment.

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Etymology

The given name 'Darline' is derived from the Old French word 'darlin', meaning 'beloved' or 'darling', and is likely a diminutive form of 'dare', a term of endearment. The name 'Darline' is primarily associated with Western cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has no direct connection to any specific historical or notable figures.

Darline currently ranks #13,896 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1927.

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