Darrow

“from the oak tree”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5289US 2023

18Births / yr

↑Rising

748All-time births

📅 Since 192300

How to pronounce Darrow

DER·oh

/ˈdɛr.oʊ/ · stress on DER · 2 syllables

“from the oak tree”

American origin · Boy name

What does Darrow mean and where does it come from?

Darrow is of Old English origin, often thought to come from the word 'deor' meaning 'wild animal', while other interpretations suggest its link to strength and resilience of oak trees. It is relatively uncommon and has seen sporadic use as a first name in the United States. The name gained some atte

Cultural significance

Darrow has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the oak tree.

Peak popularity

Reached #1662 in 1952 — currently #5289 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Darrow?

Darrow works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Darrow Grace

How popular is Darrow right now?

Rising fast — up 2081 spots — currently #5289 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#5289 · Top 3.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5289	18	▲ up 2081 · +64% births
2022	#7370	11	▼ down 1277 · -21% births
2021	#6093	14	▲ up 539 · +17% births
2020	#6632	12	▼ down 47 · +71% births
1990	#6585	7	▼ down 3105 · -46% births
1985	#3480	13	▲ up 2274 · +117% births
1980	#5754	6	▼ down 5 · +20% births
1975	#5749	5	▼ down 3181 · -64% births
1970	#2568	14	▼ down 723 · -26% births
1965	#1845	19	▲ up 350 · +27% births
1960	#2195	15	▼ down 72
1955	#2123	15	▲ up 1905 · +200% births
1950	#4028	5	▼ down 318
1945	#3710	5	▼ down 1051 · -44% births
1940	#2659	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Darrow

Best Year1965Rank #1845

Peak Count19

Average Rank#4250

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 202317 years

The story of Darrow

Darrow entered American naming records in 1923 and has been in use for over 101 years. With 748 total births recorded, Darrow remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2933 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5289 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Darrow in 1952:

James Robert John Michael David

Darrow by decade

Darrow peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	62
1930s	59
1940s	80
1950s	151
1960s ★	162
1970s	80
1980s	55
1990s	32
2000s	17
2010s	38
2020s	12

💎Darrow has only 748 total recorded births since 1923 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Darrow?

Common

DarDaArrow

What names sound and feel like Darrow?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Darrow also consider these

Darron

American · Irish

Darrol

American · Derived from the

Farrow

American · A beloved name

Darlow

United Kingdom · From the valley

Arrow

American · English

Barrow

English · bere (barley) &

Yarrow

United Kingdom · The name of

Jarrow

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Darrow

What does the name Darrow mean?

Darrow means "from the oak tree" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Darrow?

Darrow is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Darrow have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Darrow?

Darrow originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Darrow?

Darrow is a two-syllable name pronounced D EH1 R OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Darrow trending right now?

Darrow is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.