Darcy
Darcy first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1970, when 681 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Darcy popular?
Vintage Darcy is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1970.
| 2020s | 1,479 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,742 | |
| 2000s | 1,341 | |
| 1990s | 1,888 | |
| 1980s | 3,279 | |
| 1970s | 4,985 | |
| 1960s | 5,588 | |
| 1950s | 2,706 | |
| 1940s | 362 | |
| 1930s | 33 | |
| 1920s | 10 | |
| 1910s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Darcy mean?
Two distinct origins: as an Irish name it anglicizes O Dorchaidhe, from 'dorcha' meaning 'dark', giving 'dark one'; as an English/Norman name it is the aristocratic d'Arcy, a locational surname meaning 'from Arcy' in Normandy, with no 'dark' sense. Both are genuine; flag which is intended.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Darcy mean?
Darcy means dark one; or from Arcy (place name) — two origins. Two distinct origins: as an Irish name it anglicizes O Dorchaidhe, from 'dorcha' meaning 'dark', giving 'dark one'; as an English/Norman name it is the aristocratic d'Arcy, a locational surname meaning 'from Arcy' in Normandy, with no 'dark' sense. Both are genuine; flag which is intended.
What is the origin of the name Darcy?
Darcy is of irish origin.
How do you pronounce Darcy?
Darcy is pronounced “DAR-see.”
Is Darcy a boy or a girl name?
Darcy is most commonly used as a unisex name.
Is Darcy a popular name right now?
Darcy is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1970.
How popular is the name Darcy?
In 2025, Darcy ranked #4159 · U.S. boys and #857 · U.S. girls in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Darcy most popular?
Darcy was most popular in 1970, when about 681 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Darcy?
Names similar to Darcy include Casey, Kane, Leannan, Murphy, Quinn.
What names go well with Darcy?
irish names that pair well with Darcy include Ryan, Liam, Aiden, Sean, Aidan.