Darlington
DAHR-ling-tuhn
Darlington is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “English place name meaning 'Darla's town' or 'town of those who dwell in the meadows'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Darlington Means
“English place name meaning 'Darla's town' or 'town of those who dwell in the meadows'.”
The Story of Darlington
Some names are etched into the very landscape, grounding a family in history and place.
Darlington is a distinguished surname originating from English place names. It refers to 'Darla's town' or 'the settlement by the meadows,' connecting it to ancestral lands and a sense of settled history.
For your son, Darlington suggests a steadfast character and a deep connection to roots. You envision him as someone reliable, who builds his life on a foundation of quiet strength and enduring peace.
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Peak Year
#7 in 2021
Total Births
12
First Recorded
2021
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