Darcel
Darcel is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,301 in the US, popular nicknames include Dar, Day, and Darie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Darcel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 131 babies have been named Darcel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darcel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,301 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,301
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Darcel is also used as a girl name, ranked #65365.
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About the Name Darcel
Darcel is a boy name .
Is Darcel a boy or girl name? Darcel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,301 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #65,365. Darcel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Darcel is currently ranked #39,301 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darcel include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darcie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darcel include Darcy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis