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Origin: Norse

Meaning: Deer park; Free

Darby is a gender-neutral name of Old English and Norse origins. It means "deer park" and refers to both the place name, Derbyshire, and the surname, Derby. A derby also refers to traditional flat-race horseracing, like the famous Kentucky Derby, as well as highly-anticipated soccer derbies between renowned football clubs. Darby also has Irish connections, where it is a derivative and Anglicization of Ó Diarmada or Diarmaid, meaning “free.” With a name like this, your little Darby is sure to run free throughout life!