Dartagnon
The given name Dartagnon is derived from the French Arthurian D'Artagnan character.
Name Census estimates that about 8 living Americans carry the first name Dartagnon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dartagnon today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dartagnon births was 2002 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dartagnon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Dartagnon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
8
~ 1 in 42,844,292 Americans
Peak year
2002
8 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2002 SSA rank
#7,810
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Dartagnon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dartagnon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dartagnon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dartagnon
The given name Dartagnon is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history and cultural significance. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Gallic tribes that once inhabited the region now known as France. The name is believed to have derived from the Celtic word "dar," meaning oak, and "tagnon," which translates to strength or valor.
During the Middle Ages, the name Dartagnon gained prominence among the noble families of France. It was often bestowed upon sons born into the warrior class, symbolizing their expected bravery and resilience on the battlefield. The earliest recorded instance of this name can be found in a 12th-century chronicle detailing the exploits of a renowned knight, Sir Dartagnon de Montfort.
As the centuries passed, the name Dartagnon became intertwined with the rich tapestry of French literature and folklore. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Dartagnon de la Fère, a fictional character in Alexandre Dumas's renowned novel "The Three Musketeers." This swashbuckling hero embodied the spirit of courage, loyalty, and honor, further cementing the name's association with chivalry and adventure.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Dartagnon. One such figure was Dartagnon de Bergerac (1619-1693), a renowned French playwright and poet known for his witty and satirical works. Another noteworthy bearer was Dartagnon de Villiers (1745-1817), a French military officer who served with distinction during the Napoleonic Wars.
In the realm of art and culture, Dartagnon de Lancret (1690-1743) was a celebrated French painter renowned for his exquisite depictions of elegant social scenes and pastoral landscapes. Additionally, Dartagnon de Sévigné (1626-1696) was a prominent French aristocrat and letter writer whose correspondence provides valuable insights into the life and customs of 17th-century French nobility.
While the name Dartagnon may not be as commonly used today as it once was, its rich historical legacy and symbolic associations with courage, strength, and honor continue to captivate and inspire. This unique name stands as a testament to the enduring cultural heritage of France and the enduring appeal of tales of valor and adventure.
People
Dartagnon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dartagnon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dartagnon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dartagnon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 8 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dartagnon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 42,844,292 US residents.
Is Dartagnon a common name?
We classify Dartagnon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 24.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 8 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dartagnon most popular?
The single biggest year for Dartagnon was 2002, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dartagnon is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Dartagnon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dartagnon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dartagnon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Dartagnon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dartagnon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Dartagnon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Dartagnon?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.