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Daron

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Daron: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1975.

Daron is a name with multiple possible origins, most commonly considered a modern variant of Darren, which itself likely stems from the English surname Darran, thought to derive from the Norman French *d’Ardenne*—meaning "from Ardenne," a forested region in France. Alternatively, it can be a Welsh name meaning "great" or "exalted," or a Persian name meaning "wealthy." Famous bearers include the American actor Daron McGee, known for his role in *The Wire*, and Daron Rahl, a central character in Terry Goodkind’s *Sword of Truth* fantasy series. The name shares its root with the Ardennes forest, a place of historical battles and natural beauty spanning France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. A notable variant is Darren, which became popular in the mid-20th century, while Daron offers a slightly more distinctive spelling with the same strong, melodic sound.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
19753 babies
Latest (1975)
#2883 babies
Total births
3since 1975
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1975 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).