Darla as a name
Darla is a feminine given name that has English origins. It is a variant of the name Darlene, which is derived from the Old English words “deor” meaning dear, and “lēah” meaning meadow.
Darla gained popularity in the United States during the 1930s, possibly due to the character Darla Hood in the popular “Our Gang” comedies of that era. The name has since maintained a moderate level of popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries.
Famous people with the name Darla include American singer Darla Hood, American actress Darla Haun, and Australian Paralympian Darla Morse.
