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Darlene

Girl name · 36 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Darlene: 36 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 1980.

Coined in the early twentieth century, Darlene is a modern American invention, likely blending the affectionate term "darling" with the popular feminine suffix "-ene." It rose to prominence in the 1930s and 1940s, and its sweet, melodic quality made it a favourite for generations. One of its most famous bearers is the powerhouse singer Darlene Love, known for the Christmas classic "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" and as a member of the Blossoms. Another notable is D

Girl 10 of 52 years

Peak year
19805 babies
Latest (1994)
#5544 babies
Total births
36since 1974
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1980 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).