Find out how popular the first name Darilynn has been for the last 2 years (from 2007 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Darilynn by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Darilynn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Darilynn.

The history of the first name Darilynn

The name Darilynn is a relatively modern name that appears to have emerged in the late 20th century. It is an English name, likely a combination of the names Darlene and Lynn. The name Darlene itself is thought to be a combination of the names Darla and Arlene, both of which have roots in various European languages like French, German, and English.

While the name Darilynn does not have a long historical lineage, it is possible that it was inspired by or derived from older names with similar sounds or spellings. For instance, the name Daria has roots in Persian and means "wealthy" or "prosperous." The name Lynn, which is often used as a standalone name or as a suffix in names like Darilynn, has origins in the Celtic languages and is thought to mean "lake" or "pool."

There are no recorded instances of the name Darilynn appearing in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records prior to the 20th century. This suggests that the name is a relatively modern invention, likely created by combining existing names or through creative spelling variations.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Darilynn can be found in the United States Social Security Administration's Baby Names database, which shows a small number of babies being given the name in the 1960s and 1970s. However, it remained relatively uncommon until the late 20th century.

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who have borne the name Darilynn:

1. Darilynn Dancer (born 1964), an American actress and model known for her work in television and film.
2. Darilynn Farnham (born 1976), a Canadian politician and former member of the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan.
3. Darilynn Knauss (born 1958), an American author and educator who has written several children's books.
4. Darilynn Starr (born 1970), an American singer and songwriter who has released several albums in the country music genre.
5. Darilynn Williamson (born 1965), an American businesswoman and entrepreneur who founded a successful marketing and advertising agency.

It is worth noting that while these individuals have achieved varying levels of recognition, the name Darilynn remains relatively uncommon compared to many other names, especially those with longer historical roots.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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