Darvin
2025 SSA
About Darvin
Darvin is a masculine name that appears to be a variation of Darwin, which itself originated as an English surname meaning 'dear friend.' The name gained recognition through Charles Darwin, the renowned 19th-century naturalist who developed the theory of evolution. Darvin offers a slight twist on the more common spelling, giving it a distinctive edge while maintaining the same pronunciation. Less common than Darwin, Darvin has a strong, masculine sound with intellectual associations. The name suggests qualities of intelligence and scientific curiosity thanks to its connection to Charles Darwin. Though not frequently found in most naming records, Darvin appeals to parents seeking a recognizable yet uncommon name with scholarly undertones.
Pronounced DAR-vin.
As of October 2026, Darvin ranked #3864 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #882 for boys in 1963.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,927 | 26 | 13.5 |
| 2015 | #4,923 | 19 | 9.9 |
| 2016 | #3,798 | 28 | 14.8 |
| 2017 | #3,905 | 27 | 14.6 |
| 2018 | #4,967 | 19 | 10.5 |
| 2019 | #4,837 | 20 | 11.1 |
| 2020 | #3,742 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2021 | #3,513 | 32 | 18.3 |
| 2022 | #3,708 | 30 | 17.2 |
| 2023 | #3,909 | 28 | 16.4 |
| 2024 | #4,906 | 20 | 11.6 |
| 2025 | #3,864 | 28 | 16.4 |