Holding steady.
Popularity of Darcia since 1946
Babies named Darcia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 28 |
| 1950s | 164 |
| 1960s | 143 |
| 1970s | 119 |
| 1980s | 65 |
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Darcia first appeared in the United States in 1946, during a post-war period when many new names were being created or adapted. The name peaked in popularity in 1957, but it never entered the top 1000 and has remained exceedingly rare. Its trajectory has been stable, with sporadic use over the decades. The name's origins are unclear, but it is most often interpreted as a feminine variant of Darcy, itself an Irish surname. Because Darcia has never cracked the top 1000, its 1-in-N statistic is not applicable. No U.S. state has recorded enough births to list as a top state. The name carries a vintage feel reminiscent of the 1950s, appealing to parents looking for an uncommon and distinctive choice.
Darcia is a modern name that first appeared in the United States in 1946. It is likely a feminine variant of Darcy, which itself originated as an Irish surname from the Gaelic Dé-arsa, meaning 'descendant of the dark one.' Alternatively, Darcia may be a creative respelling of Darsha or a blend of Dar- and -cia. The name saw modest use in the 1950s and 1960s but has remained rare, with its peak year in 1957.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Darc, Cia, Dara
Sibling names for Darcia
Names that share Darcia's style, for a brother or sister.
