NAME PROFILE
Darren
Darren is an English name that means 'great' or 'oak tree.' It conveys a sense of strength and stability, often associated with a charismatic and determined personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 104,506 |
| Gender | Male (97% / 3%) |
| Peak year | 1965 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1947 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%CA — 20%IL — 20%PA — 19%NJ — 19%
Notable People
Darren Criss (Actor, *Glee*) · Darren Fletcher (Footballer, Manchester United) · Darren Aronofsky (Director, *Black Swan*) · Darren Hayes (Singer, *Savage Garden*) · Darren Sproles (American football player)
Similar Names
Compare Darren
Get the full Name Scout experience on mobile
Swipe through names with your partner, run AI-powered name analysis, track tournaments, and sync favorites across devices. 33,000+ names with SSA data from 1910 to 2025.
App Store
Google Play