Darren
Meaning of Darren
The name Darren is a male given name pronounced as DAIR-en (/dɑˈrən/). It has roots in the English language and has been a popular choice for boys over several decades. The name Darren saw its peak popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, particularly in 1965 when it reached its highest rank at 52. Since then, it has gradually declined but remains a classic choice for parents. The name evokes associations with strength and dependability, often linked to figures such as Darren McGavin, an American actor known for his role in "A Christmas Story," and Darren Criss, an American actor and singer recognized for his work on "Glee." Variations of the name include Daren. Despite fluctuations in its popularity, Darren continues to be a timeless option that carries a sense of tradition and reliability.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DAIR-en (/dɑˈrən/)
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Notable People Named Darren
| Darren Aronofsky is an American filmmaker known for his surreal, melodramatic, and psychologically intense films. |
| Darren Everett Criss is an American actor, singer, and songwriter known for his roles in Glee and The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, as well as for his work on Broadway and in film. |
| Darren Ashley Bent is a retired English professional footballer known for his career as a striker in the Premier League and Championship, as well as his appearances for the England national team. |
| Darren Lyndon Espanto is a Filipino-Canadian singer and actor. |
| Darren Michael Soto is an American attorney and Democratic politician representing Florida's 9th district in the U.S. House of Representatives. |
| Darren Mark Moore, a former professional football player, is now the manager of EFL Championship club Huddersfield Town. |
| Darren O'Dea is a retired Irish professional football player and current coach of Celtic B team, known for his career as a centre back and international representation for the Republic of Ireland. |
| Darren Lynn Bousman is a renowned American film director and screenwriter, recognized for his contributions to the horror genre, including directing several Saw films and horror musicals. |
| Darren Christopher O'Day is a retired American professional baseball pitcher who played for several Major League Baseball teams, including the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, New York Mets, Texas Rangers, Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees, and Atlanta Braves. |
| Darren Michael Collison is a 13-year NBA veteran and free agent, known for his college basketball career at UCLA and his time with various NBA teams. |
| Darren Carl Huckerby is a former professional footballer and current English football coach. |
| Darren Beckford - Darren Richard Lorenzo Beckford is an English former professional footballer known for his career as a forward, and he is the older brother of fellow professional footballer Jason Beckford. |
| Darren Day is a well-known English actor, singer, and television presenter, recognized for his leading roles in West End theatre. |
| Darren Copeland is an electroacoustic music composer born in Bramalea, Ontario, Canada, and currently residing in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. |
| Darren Lee Jones is a Welsh footballer known for his role as a defender. |
