How Popular (or Rare) was Darcy in 2005?

🇬🇧 England & Wales • Girl

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#203
2005 Rank
230
2005 Births
#89
Best Rank (2015)
606
Peak Year (2014)
10,652
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 1,253
Rarity Factor (2005)
Popularity Position
Top 3%
Among UK girls' names in 2005
Moderately Popular · 1 in 1,253 births

📊 The Darcy Story

Darcy is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #203 in 2005 with 230 recorded births. This places Darcy in the top 3% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 606 births ranking #93. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 115.0%. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 1,253 girls born was named Darcy. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

📅 Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from England & Wales; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: French and English surname use  |  Meaning: from Arcy; surname-based origin

Darcy is a sleek surname-style classic with a modern, understated elegance. It feels balanced, familiar, and quietly stylish.

The name has moved easily across genders and later settled especially comfortably into girls' naming. Its appeal comes from poise, brevity, and a polished surname feel.

Did you know?Darcy is one of the names that still carries a little literary sheen because of its strong association with Mr Darcy in English culture.
Similar namesDarcey, Darcie, Delaney, Blair, Brooke

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