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Comments and insights on the name Darcy: | Edit

"Myself being named Darcie, I know that I am certainly glad of a unique name, no matter how "boyish" I hear it described as. I am, however, still gladder of the difference in spelling- I am a personal fan of the 'ie' spelling."
-Darcie le Faye

Personal experiences with the name Darcy: | Edit

Darcy or Darcie is often a name seen worn with pride by headstrong, creative individuals. They often have a mind for hard work, but can be complex and emotional.

Nicknames for Darcy: | Edit

Darce (darse), Darky

Meanings and history of the name Darcy: | Edit

Incorrectly labelled an Irish surname exclusively, from a family who were originally from Arcy in France (d'Arcy) it is a variant of Darcel (French) and Darcy (Irish, Gaelic). It is also often claimed that the use of Darcy as a girl's name is mostly a North American phenomenon, but there was an age where the name was exclusively feminine. This name means: From Arcy. Dark. In most areas, it is suitable only for girls.

Famous real-life people named Darcy: | Edit

D'arcy Wretzky, musician. Best known for playing bass in the alternative rock band Smashing Pumpkins

Darcy in song, story & screen: | Edit

Fitzwilliam Darcy, from Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice
Marcy and Jefferson D'Arcy, characters on the sitcom "Married... with Children"