Darcy
Darcy: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɑː.si/ · /ˈdɑɹ.si/
Meaning and origin of Darcy
Root meaning: “to burn, consume”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname, of mostly mid-20th century and later American usage.
Etymology
Originally from Bois-d'Arcy, Yvelines in Northern France. Related to archaic French ardre (“to burn, consume”).
How popular is Darcy?
Since 1880, 23,418 girls and 2,785 boys in the U.S. have been named Darcy (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #349 in 1968. Its highest rank for boys was #870 in 1968. In 2025 it ranked #857 for girls, with 341 babies given the name.
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Darcy FAQ
What does the name Darcy mean?
Darcy traces back to a root meaning "to burn, consume". A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname, of mostly mid-20th century and later American usage. Originally from Bois-d'Arcy, Yvelines in Northern France. Related to archaic French ardre (“to burn, consume”).
What is the origin of the name Darcy?
Darcy is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Darcy?
Since 1880, 23,418 girls and 2,785 boys in the U.S. have been named Darcy (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #349 in 1968. Its highest rank for boys was #870 in 1968. In 2025 it ranked #857 for girls, with 341 babies given the name.
Is Darcy a boy or girl name?
Darcy is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (23,418 girls and 2,785 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.