Darrin Rau

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Darrin Rau — English
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Darrin Rau is a name that combines English origins. The first name Darrin is a masculine given name of English origin. Darrin is both a masculine given name and a surname. Notable people with the name include: Given name Darrin Bell (born 1975), American editorial cartoonist Darrin Kenneth O'Brien (born 1969), stage name Snow (musician), Canadian musician Darrin Brown (born 1970), Canadian actor Darrin Camilleri (born 1992), American politician Darrin Canniff (born c. The surname Rau: Rau is a surname with several origins. An early form was a nickname for a hairy person, from the Middle High German rūch, rūhe, rouch, meaning hairy, shaggy, or rough. As a surname, it was first found among notable families in Saxony in the 13th century. In medieval England, it was a variant of the given name Ralph. This derived from the Old Norse personal name "Radulfr", composed of the Germanic elements rad (meaning counsel or advice), and wolf (wolf). Darrin is a rare first name, carried by approximately 29K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Darrin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Darrin

English

Darrin is both a masculine given name and a surname. Notable people with the name include: Given name Darrin Bell (born 1975), American editorial cartoonist Darrin Kenneth O'Brien (born 1969), stage name Snow (musician), Canadian musician Darrin Brown (born 1970), Canadian actor Darrin Camilleri (born 1992), American politician Darrin Canniff (born c.

Surname: Rau

Germanic

Rau is a surname with several origins. An early form was a nickname for a hairy person, from the Middle High German rūch, rūhe, rouch, meaning hairy, shaggy, or rough. As a surname, it was first found among notable families in Saxony in the 13th century. In medieval England, it was a variant of the given name Ralph. This derived from the Old Norse personal name "Radulfr", composed of the Germanic elements rad (meaning counsel or advice), and wolf (wolf).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Darrin is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Darrin by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Darrin Rau

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Darrin Rau:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Darrin?
The first name Darrin originates from English. Darrin is both a masculine given name and a surname. Notable people with the name include: Given name Darrin Bell (born 1975), American editorial cartoonist Darrin Kenneth O'Brien (born 1969), stage name Snow (musician), Canadian musician Darrin Brown (born 1970), Canadian actor Darrin Camilleri (born 1992), American politician Darrin Canniff (born c.
When was Darrin most popular?
The name Darrin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Rau?
The surname Rau originates from Germanic. Rau is a surname with several origins. An early form was a nickname for a hairy person, from the Middle High German rūch, rūhe, rouch, meaning hairy, shaggy, or rough. As a surname, it was first found among notable families in Saxony in the 13th century. In medieval England, it was a variant of the given name Ralph. This derived from the Old Norse personal name "Radulfr", composed of the Germanic elements rad (meaning counsel or advice), and wolf (wolf).
What are the origins of the name Darrin Rau?
The name Darrin Rau combines two different traditions: the first name Darrin has English roots, while the surname Rau originates from Germanic.
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