Origin and Meaning of Darnay

A potential variant of the name D'Arcy, meaning 'from the fortress' or 'dark one'.

Origin: French - Derived from the Old French surname D'Arcy, which comes from the place name 'Arcy' in France, combined with the prefix 'de', meaning 'from'.

• Darnay is less common as a given name but has gained some recognition through literature, particularly from its appearance in the classic novel 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens.
• The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, especially in the context of literary and pop culture references.
• In 'A Tale of Two Cities', the character Charles Darnay is a French aristocrat who renounces his family's title, making the name memorable in literary communities.
• Though not widely ranked, the name Darnay has seen sporadic use, particularly among parents looking for unique variations of more traditional names.
• Variations and related names include D'Arcy and Darney, which share similar phonetic sounds and origins.