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The name Darien originates from the Greek word 'Darius,' meaning 'possessor' or 'maintainer.' It has evolved from the ancient form Darius to its modern English version. The name reflects traits of strength and individuality, and it does not have biblical relevance. It became popular in the 19th century, particularly in the United States.

The name Darien is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Darien has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Darien' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2452nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1067th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 706th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1198th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6704th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4150th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6054th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2314th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3524th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15328th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Darien' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.