Darcy
Darcy is a unisex name of English origin meaning “from Arcy, dark one.” It ranked #857 in the United States in 2025. Darcy originated as a Norman French surname meaning 'from Arcy' (a place in France).
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how do you pronounce Darcy?
DAR-see
where does the name Darcy come from?
From the Norman place name Arcy in northern France, related to an archaic word meaning to burn or consume.
The name is inextricably linked to Mr. Darcy from Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, one of literature's most beloved romantic heroes. This literary connection gives the name an air of brooding elegance and romantic idealism.
how popular is this name?
Darcy has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 48 years since 1949, and fell outside it for 29. It peaked at #349 in 1968, and ranked #857 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #857 |
| 2024 | #978 |
| 1990 | #783 |
| 1980 | #460 |
| 1970 | #362 |
| 1968 | #349 |
| 1960 | #443 |
| 1950 | #765 |
| 1949 | #958 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Darcy fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Darcy?
- Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy (iconic character from Pride and Prejudice)
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what names go well with Darcy?
Sibling names that share Darcy's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Darcy
What does the name Darcy mean?
Darcy means “from Arcy, dark one”.
What is the origin of the name Darcy?
Darcy comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Darcy?
Darcy ranked #857 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1968, at #349, and it has spent 48 years in the top 1,000 since 1949.
Is Darcy a boy or girl name?
Darcy is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Darcy?
Darcy is pronounced DAR-see, with 2 syllables.
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