Behind the Name
the etymology and history of first names
Login   Register
Search

View Name: Darren


DARREN
GENDER: Masculine
USAGE: English
PRONOUNCED: DER-ən, DAR-ən   [key]
Meaning & History
The meaning of this name is not known for certain. It could be from a rare Irish surname or it could be an altered form of DARRELL. It was first brought to public attention in the late 1950s by the American actor Darren McGavin (1922-2006). It was further popularized in the 1960s by the character Darrin Stephens from the television show 'Bewitched'.
Related Names
Popularity
United States  ranked #414 
Ireland  - 
Northern Ireland  - 
Scotland  - 



Home About | Copyright © | Terms | Contact
Advertising served by SheKnows Family