Darcy

What does the baby name Darcy mean? Learn about what Darcy means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Darcy - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Darcy: D-A-R-C-Y, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Darcy: DAHR-see; DAR see
Meaning of Darcy: Dark, from arcy, dark one.
Origin of Darcy: The name 'Darcy' has English origins. It is derived from the French surname D'Arcy, which originated from the village of Arcy in France. The name 'Darcy' was originally a surname, but it later became used as a given name for boys.; Celtic Names; French Names; Gaelic Names; Irish Names; Literary Names; Surname Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Darcy: Darcie; Darice; Darise; Darsey; Darsy
Popularity of Darcy: The popularity of the name 'Darcy' has varied over time. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it was a relatively uncommon name. However, it gained some popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries such as the United Kingdom and the United States.; Darcy currently has 120 likes, and is in the top 3% of liked boy's names. The name Byron is slightly more popular than Darcy.

Etymology of Darcy

The etymology of the name 'Darcy' can be traced back to the Old French word 'd'Arcy', which means 'dark'. The 'd' in 'd'Arcy' is a contraction of the French preposition 'de', meaning 'of'. Therefore, the name 'Darcy' can be interpreted as 'of Arcy' or 'from Arcy'.

Cultural Significance of Darcy

The name 'Darcy' does not have any specific cultural significance. However, it is often associated with English and French cultures due to its origins. In English literature, the name gained popularity through the character Fitzwilliam Darcy in Jane Austen's novel 'Pride and Prejudice'.