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Darling

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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈdɑɹ.lɪŋ/(American English)
/ˈdɑː.lɪŋ/(British English)
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Meaning & History

From a nickname or byname derived from Middle English dereling, Old English deorling, meaning "darling, beloved one".

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beloved, English adjectives, English nouns, love, word names
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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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