Dernell
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dernell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 10 babies have been named Dernell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dernell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,500 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,500
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Dernell
Dernell is a boy name .
Dernell is currently ranked #40,500 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dernell include Der, Dern, Derny, Dernie, Ell, Elly, Ellie, Dey, Deie, and Derkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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