How Many People Are Named Darra?

Complete statistics for the name Darra: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Darra
Very Rare
Irish/Gaelic

Darra has a very classic yet modern feel. About 476 people are named Darra in the U.S., making it so rare that only 1 in 693,713 Americans share this name. It peaked in 1980 with 20 births, and now most Darra's are middle-aged.

~476
Living in US
1 in 693,713
Americans
1980
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Wealthy or oak tree
🌐
Origin
Irish/Gaelic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Warm Nurturing Strong-willed Grounded
6
Life Path Number

The number 6 is traditionally linked to responsibility, love, and caring for others. People with this life path tend to be nurturing and drawn to creating harmony in their homes and communities.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,421
Worldwide Bearers
#207,077
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
674
🇮🇩 Indonesia
340
🇮🇳 India
200
🇵🇭 Philippines
63
🇨🇦 Canada
31
🇬🇧 England
18
🇵🇰 Pakistan
17
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
16
🇬🇧 Scotland
8
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
6

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
476 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 48
62
Would be under 30 (12%)
321
Would be 30–60 (63%)
127
Would be over 60 (25%)

All 510 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1980

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
80
Classic Feel
42
Modern Appeal
58
International
86

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Darra Through the Generations

The name Darra has a rich history, with its peak in 1980 when 20 babies were given this name. Today, there are 476 people named Darra in the U.S., which is quite a drop from its heyday. This significant decline in usage over time makes the current 1 in 693,713 statistic even more remarkable. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 62 under 30, 321 aged 30-60, and 127 over 60. Despite the name's rarity, it's interesting to note that the trend is rising, indicating a potential resurgence in popularity. This name's journey from a popular choice in the 1980s to its current status as a very rare name in the U.S. is quite unique.

✨ Similar Names to Darra

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Darra's Irish/Gaelic roots

📄 About the Name Darra

How Many People Have the Name Darra?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 476 people in the United States currently share the name Darra. That works out to roughly 1 in every 693,713 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Darra a Common or Rare Name?

Darra is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Darra Mean?

Darra means "Wealthy or oak tree" and comes from Irish/Gaelic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Darra in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Darra Most Popular?

The name Darra reached peak popularity in 1980, with 20 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Darra?

Approximately 476 people named Darra live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 510. That works out to roughly 1 in 693,713 Americans.

Is Darra a rare name?

Darra is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 693,713 Americans has this name.

What does the name Darra mean?

Darra means "Wealthy or oak tree" and comes from Irish/Gaelic origins.

Is Darra more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Darra are male and 100% are female.

When was Darra most popular?

Darra peaked in 1980 with 20 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US476
All-Time Births510
1 in X1 in 693,713
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age48
Peak Year1980
World Rank#207,077
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.