Darrence
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Darrence first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 28 babies have been named Darrence in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darrence is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,128 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,128
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Darrence
Darrence is a boy name .
Darrence is currently ranked #40,128 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Darrence include Dar, Darr, Darry, Darrie, Darre, Darrey, Darreie, Nce, Ncey, Day, Daie, and Darkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darrence include Darren, Darrell, Darryl, Darrius, Darrin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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