Darlyn
Fact sheet
- Name
- Darlyn
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Darlyn is a rare feminine, and in some cases also masculine, first name that is derived from the English name Darlene. The root of the name can be found in the English word 'darling'.
What does the name Darlyn mean?
Darlyn is a feminine, occasionally also masculine form of the English name Darlene. The origin of the name lies in the English term 'darling' as well as the Old English dīerling/deorling and means 'the darling', 'the beloved', or 'the treasure'. This spelling is primarily used in Latin America. Other variants of Darlene include Dalene, Dalin, Dalinn, Darleen, Darleene, Darlen, Darlien, Darlin, Darlina, and Darline.
Where does the name Darlyn come from?
The name Darlyn has Old English roots and carries meanings such as 'the treasure' or 'the darling'. The Old English
How do you pronounce Darlyn?
Dar-lin
Popularity
In Germany, Darlyn is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2006 when it reached 906th place. In the last ten years, Darlyn has been given as a first name about 30 times, which places it 5,353rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,899th.
Nicknames & pet names
Dadda / Dalle / Dally / Darly / Dorlen / Lini / Lyn / Lynchen
Similar first names
Famous people
- Darlene Love (actress)
- Darlyn Love (actress from the USA)
Frequently asked questions about the name Darlyn
What is the origin of the name Darlyn?
The name Darlyn has Old English roots and is derived from the terms dīerling and deorling, which mean 'darling' or 'treasure'.
What does the name Darlyn mean?
Darlyn means 'the darling', 'the beloved', or 'the treasure', thus expressing affection.
How popular is the name Darlyn?
Darlyn is especially common in Latin America, while the original form Darlene is popular in English-speaking countries.