Darla: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ahrl-ah
Origin: United kingdom
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Northern Europe
Meaning: Darling

Darla is a charming and vintage name of English origin, meaning "darling" or "dearly beloved. " Originally a shortened form of the elegant name Darlene, Darla has been a popular choice for parents seeking a tender and adorable name for their daughters. The name gained widespread recognition through its association with various popular characters in pop culture, such as the lead character in the 90s classic "The Little Rascals" and the vampire character from the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer. " Despite its retro touch, Darla remains a stylish and vintage classic, perfect for baby girls destined to be the cutest from day one.

Darla Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Darla is currently #2041 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Darla is currently #1135 on Kiindred Girl Names

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