Darcy

Meaning of Darcy

The name Darcy comes from an Irish surname meaning 'descendant of the dark one.' It suggests a mysterious or perhaps strong character.

Darcy has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Darcy

After ranking as high as #983 in 2024, Darcy has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Darcy

• Darcy Bussell
  Renowned British ballerina
• Darcy Miller
  American lifestyle expert
• Darcy Pattison
  Award-winning children's author
• Darcy Ward
  Australian speedway rider
• Darcy Fulmer
  American actress

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Questions about the name Darcy

What does the name Darcy mean?

Darcy means the name darcy comes from an irish surname meaning 'descendant of the dark one.' it suggests a mysterious or perhaps strong character, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Darcy a boy's or a girl's name?

Darcy is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Darcy?

Darcy did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Darcy most popular?

Darcy peaked at #983 in 2024.