Darci

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Darci Pronunciation

Darci is pronounced DAR-see /ˈdɑr.si/High

Meaning: -i spelling of Darcy — Norman d'Arcy, 'from Arcy', or Irish Ó Dorchaidhe, 'dark one'Medium

In 30 seconds: Austen's surname, balletic finish: Darci spells Darcy — Norman 'from Arcy', Irish 'dark one' — with an -i flourish. Prima-ballerina poise (Darci Kistler).

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Origin MediumFrench, Irish

Meaning-i spelling of Darcy — Norman d'Arcy, 'from Arcy', or Irish Ó Dorchaidhe, 'dark one'

U.S. rank (2024)#3974 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1980

Total births (all-time)≈ 6,538

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Darci is an -i spelling of Darcy — from Norman d'Arcy, 'from Arcy', and Irish Ó Dorchaidhe, 'descendant of the dark one'. The feminine -i styling rose in the late twentieth century.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, dark-or-Norman at the root, and graceful.

Did you know? Darci Kistler became the New York City Ballet's last principal chosen by Balanchine himself — pointework polishing this surname-spelling into grace.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Darcy — root etymology

Variations

DarcyDarcieDarcey

Nicknames

Dar

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If you like Darci…

Darcy— the standard spelling of the same name

Kaci— a companion -i styling

Laci— lands in the same popularity range

Dara— shares Darci's Irish roots

Dana— a similarly popular pick

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Darci?

Darci is pronounced DAR-see (/ˈdɑr.si/). Press play above to hear Darci said aloud.

How do you say Darci?

Darci is said DAR-see (/ˈdɑr.si/). Press play above to hear Darci said aloud.

What does the name Darci mean?

Darci spells Darcy — Norman 'from Arcy' or Irish 'descendant of the dark one'.

Is Darci a boy or girl name?

Darci is mainly a girl's name in this spelling.

How popular is Darci?

Darci is a rare name in the U.S.