Darline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darline originates from English, derived from the term 'darling' which means beloved or dear. It evolved from the name Darlene and has historical roots dating back to the mid-20th century. The name conveys warmth and affection and, while it is not widely used in contemporary times, it has a vintage appeal.
The name Darline is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. 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, Darline has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Darline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1026th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 810th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1119th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2511th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3626th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10056th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17913th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Darline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darline"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɑrlaɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Darline is a variant of the name Darlene, which is derived from the English word 'darling,' meaning beloved or dear.
Meaning
beloved, dear
Language Evolution
Darlene, Darline
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend for names ending in -lene.
Variants & Derivatives
Darlene, Dar, Lina
Modern Popularity & Image
Darline is viewed as a vintage name that carries a sense of warmth and affection, but it is not commonly used today.
Famous People
Darline M. L. S. V. V. M. R. G. R. P. R. P. R. M. P. R. L. S.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darline"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Darline"
"Darline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1026th of 9107 | 907 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 810th of 9204 | 1,421 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1119th of 12526 | 1,603 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2511th of 19264 | 494 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3626th of 27321 | 433 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10056th of 35406 | 157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17913th of 30306 | 35 |
Regional Popularity of "Darline" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Darline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
38.35% 543rd/1416 |
- |
61.16% 1447th/2366 |
73.47% 839th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.20% 606th/1546 |
- |
46.92% 1104th/2353 |
38.07% 589th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.46% 1235th/2227 |
55.27% 1343rd/2430 |
37.43% 1068th/2853 |
40.86% 1134th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
77.63% 2704th/3483 |
68.90% 2424th/3518 |
68.79% 2782nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
62.55% 2799th/4475 |
72.33% 3757th/5194 |
32.56% 2057th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
56.59% 4223rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Darline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darline" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.