Darrin
Meaning: Great or rocky hill
Origin: Irish/Gaelic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #257
Total births: 637
History: Darrin peaked in the 1980s in Australia. The name carries 1980s Australian suburban energy. Darrin represents the era of muscle cars and mullets.
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| Current rank (1971) | #94 |
| Babies named Darrin in 1971 | 85 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 637 |
| Peak year | 1966 (132 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #67 |
| Years in records | 1965–1971 (7 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 27 spots |
Frequently asked about Darrin
What does the name Darrin mean?
Darrin means “Great or rocky hill” from Irish/Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Darrin?
Darrin has Irish/Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Great or rocky hill”.
How popular is Darrin in Australia?
Darrin ranked #94 in Australia in 1971 — given to 85 babies that year.
When was Darrin most popular?
Darrin peaked in 1966 with 132 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Darrin a boy or girl name?
Darrin is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Darrins in registered births are male.
Is the name Darrin rising or falling in popularity?
Darrin has fallen 27 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #67 in 1966 to #94 in 1971.
How long has Darrin been recorded in Australia?
Darrin appears in birth records in Australia across 7 years — from 1965 through 1971.