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Darilyn
How to Pronounce Darilyn
Pronounced DAIR-uh-lin /ˈdær.ə.lɪn/Medium
Meaning: Darilyn reads as a mid-century American blend joining a Dar- element (Darla or Darlene, from 'darling') with the popular -lyn ending of Marilyn and Carolyn. Darlene itself comes from 'darling'; Darilyn inherits that affectionate feel while remaining a coined name.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Darilyn is a coined American name joining a Dar- element, from Darla or Darlene ('darling'), to the -lyn ending fashionable at mid-century. It appears in United States records from around 1938, with a small high around 1959, among the many -lyn blends of the era.
It was always rare, given to only a couple dozen girls a year at its peak, and recurred into the 2010s. It reads as a mid-century -lyn coinage; families drawn to it liked the same era's Marilyn and Sharilyn. It has stayed uncommon rather than trending.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Darilyn mean?
It is a coined American blend of a Dar- element (Darla/Darlene, 'darling') with the -lyn ending; its meaning is stylistic.
How do you pronounce Darilyn?
It's said DAIR-uh-lin /ˈdær.ə.lɪn/, three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Darilyn a boy or girl name?
Darilyn is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Darilyn?
It has always been rare, a coined name given to only a couple dozen girls a year at its peak.