Darwin \d(a)-rwin, dar-win\ as a boy's name is pronounced DAR-win. It is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Darwin is "dear friend". Historical: Charles Darwin, 19th-century naturalist, was the first major exponent of human evolution.

Darwin has 4 variant forms: Darwon, Darwyn, Derwin and Derwynn.

For more information, see also the related name Darvin.

Baby names that sound like Darwin are Darin, Darrin and Durwin.