Darnell name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Boy

Origin: Old French and Old English

Usage: English

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Darnell

d(a)-rne-ll

Meaning: Hidden Spot, Hidden Nook and From Airelle

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What does Darnell mean?
Variations of Darnell
How popular is Darnell?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Darnell
Sibling Names for Darnell
Famous People Named Darnell
Lists having Darnell

What does Darnell mean?

The well-known unisex name Darnell came from Old French and Old English, Darnell means "From the Hidden Place, The Elements Derne Meaning Hidden Secret or From Airelle" is used in English.

How do I pronounce Darnell?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Darnell is d(a)-rne-ll. It can also be pronounced as dar-nell.

Variants of Darnell

Dar, Darby, Darcy, Darwin, Darr, Darci, Deorwine

Names that rhyme with Darnell

How popular is the name Darnell?

Darnell was a popular name in United States. Over 30383 babies have been given the name in 185 years. When at its peak in 1984, 741 boys were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 280th position.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 185 years. Additionally, the name has been in the top 500 baby names 44 times Darnell is a familiar baby name in England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and was able to reach the top 400 names.

In 1997, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 318 on boy names chart when 76 babies were given the name Darnell. There are over 649 babies that have been given the name Darnell in England and Wales.

Darnell is an uncommon baby name in France where it has been in use since 2006 and achieved its top ranking of 2595 in 2008. Also, Darnell is a familiar name in Philippines, Canada, Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago and England.

At least, 30000 people globally have carried Darnell as their given name according to our evaluation.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2023	1858	85	0	0
2022	1741	95	0	0
2021	1644	100	0	0
2020	1616	99	0	0
2019	1391	127	0	0
2018	1361	129	0	0
2017	1217	150	15876	5
2016	1233	151	0	0
2015	1222	150	0	0
2014	1027	197	0	0

View more ▾View full list ▾^{[1] Source: Social Security Administration}

Facts

Darnell in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	115	96	5	5
	4	5	5	-3
	10	0	1	0

Numerological aspects of Darnell

You are passionate when it comes to relationships but cool off too easily. With time, people who don't belong near you, walk away. You get easily disappointed by others because you expect too much. You hang around with different people, so you can widen your life perspective and expand your knowledge. Having letter D as your cornerstone reveals your realistic attitude toward life. You aren't selfish, so you allow everyone in it.

Go through the following names similar to Darnell

Karina - Meaning of Karina is Dear or Pretty is used in Danish, Italian and Polish used as a unisex name is rooted from Old Greek, Latin and Italian. On list of baby girl names, cherished Karina was spotted at 492nd position in 2016 in United States
Georgette - The popular and venerable girl name Georgette is originated from Old Greek used mostly in Finnish and French languages, Georgette means "Female Version of George or Worker of the Earth"
Oral - Frequently Used and Perennial unisex name Oral is mainly used in Hindi and German has its origin in Latin, meaning of Oral is "Eagle"
Clarice - Trendy and Enduring Clarice is originated from Latin is chiefly used in Swedish, Danish and French and is given to both sexes, Clarice means "Similar to the Latin Clara, Famous or Clear"
Kimberlee - Trendy Kimberlee came from Old English language is used as a baby girl name which is substantially used in English, meaning of Kimberlee is "From the Meadow of the Royal Fortress, Cyneburga's Field or Cyneburg's Field"

Sibling Names for Darnell

Are you considering the name Darnell for your new bundle of joy but struggling to find middle names or sibling names to pair with it? Look no further! We've compiled a list of unique and trendy sibling names that will perfectly complement little Darnell.

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Famous people named Darnell

Darnell Bristol, member of The Deele and a songwriter
Darnell Edwards, former Canadian football free safety
Darnell Williams, British-born soap opera actor
Darnell Dockett, former American football defensive end
Darnell Valentine, American former professional basketball player
Darnell Martin, television and film director, screenwriter
Darnell Dinkins, was most recently the tight ends coach for the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights football team
Darnell McDonald, American former professional baseball outfielder
Darnell Hillman, Darnell "Dr
Darnell Bing, former gridiron football linebacker
Darnell Sanders, former American football tight end
Darnell Kennedy, former arena/indoor football quarterback
Darnell Coles, former Major League Baseball and Nippon Professional Baseball player
Darnell Mee, American-Australian former professional basketball player
Darnell Hall, American sprinter
Darnell Autry, former American football player
Darnell Walker, former cornerback in the NFL
Darnell Wilson, American boxer
Darnell Stapleton, offensive line assistant coach for the Sam Houston State University Bearkats football team
Darnell Rhea in Ray as Actress
Darnell Gregorio-De Palma in Tarzan in Manhattan as Actress
Darnell J. Cates in A Little Problem as Actor
Darnell Suttles in Volcano as Actor
Actor Darnell Bishop, well-known for movie Metal

Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004

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