Rising since 2015, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Dearie since 2010
Babies named Dearie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 61 |
| 2020s | 46 |
Meaning & origin
Dearie is a rare and endearing choice, first recorded in U.S. naming data in 2010. By 2025, it ranked #9,457, with roughly 1 in 160,727 newborn girls receiving the name. Its usage has been steadily rising since 2015, reflecting a broader trend of reviving vintage nickname-style names. Although it has not yet appeared in any state's top names lists, its gentle sound and affectionate meaning align it with other old-fashioned favorites like Daisy and Elsie. As a modern adoption of a classic term of endearment, Dearie offers a sweet, distinctive option for parents seeking something uncommon yet familiar.
Dearie is derived from the English word 'dear,' meaning beloved or cherished, combined with the diminutive suffix '-ie.' It originated as a term of endearment, akin to 'darling' or 'sweetheart,' and has been used occasionally as a given name since the 19th century. Its modern revival as a first name reflects a trend toward using affectionate nicknames as formal names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dea, Dee, Arie
Variants: Deary
Sibling names for Dearie
Names that share Dearie's style, for a brother or sister.
