Darron Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Darron has its roots in Irish culture, derived from 'Darragh,' meaning oak tree. It has evolved through various forms and signifies strength. While it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 20th century, especially during the 1960s and 1970s. Common variants include Darren and Darrin, and it is currently viewed as a unique name with a nature-inspired image.
The name Darron is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Darron has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darron' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1223rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 633rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1022nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2134th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4349th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Darron' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darron"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Darron is derived from the Irish name 'Darragh,' which means 'oak tree.' The name signifies strength and resilience, reflecting the characteristics associated with oak trees in Celtic culture.
Meaning
oak tree
Language Evolution
Darragh, Darron, Darren
Historical Usage
The name Darron gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s, influenced by the trend of using names that evoke nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Darren, Darrin, Darrell
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darron is perceived as a unique and modern name, though it is less common than its variants. It carries a sense of strength and nature.
Famous People
Darron Lee (American football player), Darron Aronofsky (film director)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darron"
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 "Darron"
"Darron" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1223rd of 7552 | 735 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 633rd of 10718 | 2,670 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1022nd of 16616 | 1,574 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2134th of 24088 | 912 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4349th of 23106 | 280 |
Regional Popularity of "Darron" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.06% 959th/2227 |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
34.56% 986th/2853 |
39.46% 1095th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.36% 686th/2937 |
27.85% 970th/3483 |
13.99% 492nd/3518 |
23.10% 934th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.76% 986th/3685 |
34.61% 1549th/4475 |
18.14% 942nd/5194 |
26.21% 1656th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.33% 2031st/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
27.17% 1987th/7313 |
42.22% 3151st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Darron" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Darron"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darron" 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.