Darcy
Meaning: Dark one, from Arcy
Origin: French/Irish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #180
Total births: 1,983
History: Darcy surged in the 2000s as a unisex name in Australia. Les Darcy was a legendary Australian boxer in the early 1900s — his story of talent and tragedy is one of Australian sport's most poignant. Darcy means Australian underdog heroism.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #79 |
| Babies named Darcy in 2025 | 103 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,983 |
| Peak year | 2018 (125 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #74 |
| Years in records | 1999–2025 (19 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Darcy
What does the name Darcy mean?
Darcy means “Dark one, from Arcy” from French/Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Darcy?
Darcy has French/Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Dark one, from Arcy”.
How popular is Darcy in Australia?
Darcy ranked #79 in Australia in 2025 — given to 103 babies that year.
When was Darcy most popular?
Darcy peaked in 2018 with 125 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Darcy a boy or girl name?
Darcy is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Darcys in registered births are male.
How long has Darcy been recorded in Australia?
Darcy appears in birth records in Australia across 19 years — from 1999 through 2025.