Gift; or variant of Darren
While often used as a variation of the Irish name Darren, meaning 'little oak' or 'great,' it is also associated with the Greek word 'doron' meaning gift. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, partly influenced by the fame of singer Bobby Darin.
Less common today
Darin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #531 in 1990.
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