n.

Darling

Feminine #5462 in 2024
Total births
1,013
Peak year
2024
Rank 2024
#5462
Years on record
77
Births per year, 1920–2024 · peak 52 in 2024
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About the name Darling

Darling ranked #5462 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1920, 1,013 babies have been named Darling, peaking in 2024 with 52 births. The 2010s were its biggest decade, with 233 births. Darling is on the rise, up about 37% over the past five years. It is predominantly a girls' name.

How popular is the name Darling?
Darling ranked #5462 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 1,013 babies given the name since 1920.
When did the name Darling peak?
Darling peaked in 2024, when 52 babies were given the name.
Is Darling a girl's or boy's name?
Darling is predominantly given to girls in the United States.

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