About Darke
The surname Darke is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "deorc," meaning dark or obscure, and could have been a nickname for someone with a dark complexion or hair. Alternatively, it may have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived in a dark or shaded area. Additionally, it could have been a nickname for someone with a somber or mysterious personality. The surname Darke is relatively rare and can be found in various English-speaking countries.
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The surname Darke is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Darke based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Darke is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Darke in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Darke using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.