Darnley
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About Darnley
Darnley is a masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from a place name in East Renfrewshire, Scotland. It gained historical significance through Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley, the second husband of Mary, Queen of Scots in the 16th century. The name combines 'derne,' meaning 'hidden' or 'secret,' with 'ley' referring to a meadow or clearing. As a first name, Darnley remains quite rare, more commonly encountered as a surname or aristocratic title. It carries an air of nobility and historical connection that might appeal to parents interested in Scottish heritage or historical references. The name has a distinguished sound while maintaining a connection to British history.
Pronounced DARN-lee.
As of October 2026, Darnley ranked #4299 in US births in 1919 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Darnley on lists
Famous Darnleys
- Darnley Alexander
Chief Justice of Nigeria
- Darnley Scantlebury
birth name of Donnie Scantz, American music producer
- Henry Stuart
Lord Darnley, King consort of Mary, queen of Scots