Darlene vs Renel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darlene

Girl #1,803 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"darling, dear beloved one"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,803
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dar, Darley, Dee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Darlene Rank #1,803
Renel Rank #15,833

Darlene is more popular, ranked #1803 vs #15833 for Renel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darlene ___

  • Darlene Marie
  • Darlene Ann
  • Darlene Jean
  • Darlene Sue
  • Darlene Lynn
  • Darlene Kay

Renel ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Darlene

Charlene Marlene Gary Dennis Cheryl

If you choose Renel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darlene or Renel more popular?

Darlene is more popular, ranked #1803 compared to Renel at #15833 in the United States.

What do Darlene and Renel mean?

Darlene means "darling, dear beloved one" (American English origin).

Are Darlene and Renel boy or girl names?

Darlene is primarily a girl name. Renel is primarily a boy name.

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