Darnella
Darnella is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,057 in the US, popular nicknames include Dar, Day, and Darie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Darnella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 584 babies have been named Darnella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darnella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,057 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,057
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Darnella
Darnella is a girl name .
Darnella is currently ranked #17,057 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darnella include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis