Darla
Darla: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɑːlə/
Meaning and origin of Darla
- A female given name from English.
Etymology
Back-formation from Darlene
How popular is Darla?
Since 1880, 43,667 girls and 27 boys in the U.S. have been named Darla (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #165 in 1963. Its highest rank for boys was #3689 in 1959. In 2025 it ranked #941 for girls, with 275 babies given the name.
Names similar to Darla
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Sibling name ideas for Darla
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Darla FAQ
What does the name Darla mean?
A female given name from English. Back-formation from Darlene
What is the origin of the name Darla?
Darla is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Darla?
Since 1880, 43,667 girls and 27 boys in the U.S. have been named Darla (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #165 in 1963. Its highest rank for boys was #3689 in 1959. In 2025 it ranked #941 for girls, with 275 babies given the name.
Is Darla a boy or girl name?
Darla is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 43,667 girls and 27 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.