What is the meaning of Darling?

Often used as an affectionate term of address: a person who is very dear to one.

A person who is kind, sweet, etc., and thus lovable; a pet, a sweetheart; also, an animal or thing which is cute and lovable.

A favourite.

  1. The favourite child in a family.

    The favourite child in a family.

    A person (often a woman) or thing that is very popular with a certain group of people.

    A royal favourite, the intimate companion of a monarch or other royal personage, often delegated significant political power.

    Very dear; beloved, cherished, favourite.

    Very cute or lovable; adorable, charming, sweet.

    To call (someone) "darling" (noun sense 1).

    Source: wiktionary.org