NAME PROFILE
Maralyn
A variation of Darren meaning 'great' or 'gifted'; it characterizes an individual who possesses a natural authority and a generous, innovative heart.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,319 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1938 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1924 |
| Most recent | 1954 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | English, African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NY — 39%OH — 22%IL — 13%CA — 13%IA — 13%
Notable People
Derron Cherry (All-Pro NFL Safety) · Derron Smith (NFL Defensive Back) · Derron Thomas (American Football Player) · Derron Wilkerson (Actor in 'The Wire') · Derron Sandy (Spoken Word Artist and Poet)
Nicknames & Diminutives
RonRonnieDerry
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