Darwyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darwyn is an English name that means 'beloved friend', originating from the Old English 'Deorwine'. It has evolved through various forms such as Deorwine and Darwin. The name is associated with traits of friendship and intellect, particularly due to its connection with Charles Darwin, who popularized the name in the 19th century. It does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darwyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɑːrwɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Darwyn is derived from the Old English name 'Deorwine', meaning 'dear friend' or 'beloved friend'.
Meaning
beloved friend
Language Evolution
Deorwine, Derwyn, Darwin
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly due to the influence of Charles Darwin, the naturalist.
Variants & Derivatives
Darwin, Darwyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darwyn is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with intellect and creativity due to its connection with Charles Darwin.
Famous People
Darwyn McGowan, Darwyn H. Hwang
📊 Darwyn Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Darwyn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 67 peak births in 1935
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darwyn"
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 "Darwyn"
"Darwyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2262nd of 6773 | 200 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2388th of 7552 | 222 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4071st of 10718 | 104 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7156th of 16616 | 74 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10991st of 24088 | 70 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11453rd of 23106 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Darwyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
67.27% 1040th/1546 |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
89.72% 2111th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
- |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Darwyn" 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 "Darwyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darwyn" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Darwyn" in the United States
The name Darwyn is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Darwyn 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, 'Darwyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2262nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2388th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4071st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7156th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10991st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11453rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Darwyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.