Darnelle
Darnelle is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,604 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
Darnelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 1963.
Over 362 babies have been named Darnelle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darnelle is past its peak , currently ranked #39,604 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,604
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Also a Girl Name
Darnelle is also used as a girl name, ranked #65979.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Darnelle
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About the Name Darnelle
Darnelle is a boy name .
Is Darnelle a boy or girl name? Darnelle is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,604 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #65,979. Darnelle is more commonly used as a boy name.
Darnelle is currently ranked #39,604 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darnelle include Dar, Day, Darie, and Darnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darnelle include Darnell . 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