Darla is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #513 in 2021 with 80 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 124 births ranking #346. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 3,425 girls born was named Darla. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Darla is a sweet vintage name linked to dear or beloved meanings. It feels warm, affectionate, and gently retro.
The name became especially familiar in twentieth-century English-speaking use and now reads as a soft revival choice. Its emotional clarity gives it lasting appeal.