Darlington, of Latin origin, is derived from the surname 'Darlington', which was originally an English place name. It refers to a person who came from the village of Darlington in County Durham, England. The name gained popularity during the Victorian era and has since been used as both a first name and a surname. It is composed of two elements: 'dark' or 'dear', suggesting fondness, and 'ling', meaning 'enclosure' or 'farm'. Therefore, Darlington could be interpreted to mean 'Dear enclosure' or 'Enclosed farm of Dear'. The name is associated with the town of Darlington itself, which is known for its historic significance in the development of railways. It has also been used as a given name by notable figures, such as Darlington Hooper, a British actor and musician.
"Darlington experienced a slight dip in births from 2021 to 2023, with 7 babies born in the former year and 5 in the latter."