Holding steady.
Popularity of Darria since 1986
Babies named Darria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 71 |
| 2000s | 61 |
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
The rare name Darria first entered U.S. birth records in 1986, a time when creatively constructed feminine names were gaining popularity. Although its exact origin is uncertain, its sound aligns with the -ia ending fashionable in the late 20th century. Despite never appearing in the national top 1,000, it reached a modest peak in 1998. Usage has remained stable since then, with no dramatic rise or fall. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular state or cultural group, reflecting its niche status. Parents drawn to distinctive, melodic names that feel familiar yet uncommon may find Darria an appealing choice, though it carries no deep historical or etymological grounding.
Darria is a rare modern given name, likely a creative respelling or combination of sounds from names like Daria, Dara, or Darby. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1986, during a period of inventive feminine coinages ending in -ia. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000 names for any year, maintaining a very low but steady usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dari, Ria
Sibling names for Darria
Names that share Darria's style, for a brother or sister.
