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Current rank (2025)#960
Babies named Darwin in 2025241
Total recorded26,430
Peak year1958 (417 babies)
Highest rank ever#297
Years in records1881–2025 (131 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 54 spots

Frequently asked about Darwin

What does the name Darwin mean?
Darwin means “Dear friend” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Darwin?
Darwin has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Dear friend”.
How popular is Darwin?
Darwin ranked #960 in 2025 — given to 241 babies that year.
When was Darwin most popular?
Darwin peaked in 1958 with 417 babies registered that year.
Is Darwin a boy or girl name?
Darwin is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Darwins in registered births are male.
Is the name Darwin rising or falling in popularity?
Darwin has fallen 54 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #906 in 2020 to #960 in 2025.
How long has Darwin been recorded?
Darwin appears in birth records across 131 years — from 1881 through 2025.

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