Darina is a beautiful and unique female name of Bulgarian origin. It is derived from the Bulgarian word "dar" which means "gift". Therefore, Darina means "gifted one" or "given as a gift".
The name Darina has a rich history in Bulgaria and other Slavic countries. It was popular among the nobility during the Middle Ages and was often given to daughters who were considered to be very special or blessed with many talents.
In literature, Darina is also associated with the famous Bulgarian novel "Under the Yoke" by Ivan Vazov. In this novel, Darina is a strong-willed and independent woman who fights against social injustice and oppression.
Despite its Slavic origins, Darina has gained popularity worldwide in recent years. It is often chosen by parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their daughter. The name Darina has a beautiful sound and carries with it a sense of strength and uniqueness. It is sure to make any little girl stand out from the crowd!
The statistics provided show the number of babies named Darina born each year in the United States from 1948 to 2023. Over this period of nearly 75 years, there have been a total of 707 births.
From 1948 to the late 1960s, the number of babies named Darina born each year varied between 5 and 10. The 1970s saw a similar trend, with numbers ranging from 5 to 10 births per year.
However, starting in the late 1980s, there was an increase in the popularity of the name Darina. In 1999, there were 15 births, which marked a significant jump from previous years. This trend continued into the early 2000s, with peaks of 19 births in 2003 and 24 births in 2004.
The popularity of the name Darina peaked between 2006 and 2012, with a high of 52 births in 2011. This is more than seven times the number of births recorded in some years during the previous decades. However, after 2013, there was a decline in popularity, with the number of births ranging from 26 to 31 per year until 2017.
Since then, the number of babies named Darina born each year has fluctuated between 17 and 29, indicating that while it is still a recognizable name, its peak popularity may have passed. Despite these fluctuations, over the entire period covered by the statistics, there were a total of 707 births to girls named Darina in the United States.