What Does the Name Darby Mean
The name Darby comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Darby below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Darby Name Meaning
& f EnglishFrom an English surname, which was derived from the name of the town of Derby, meaning "deer town" in Old Norse.
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What does the name Darby mean?
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