Darnelle: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ahrn-ehll-eh
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A variant of the English surname Darnell

Darnelle is a name with African American origins, derived from the English surname Darnell, which is a variation of the Old French term 'darnel'. The name has evolved over time, influenced by various cultural and social contexts. It is significant because it reflects the diversity and resilience of African American communities. Despite its relatively recent emergence, Darnelle has become a strong and distinctive name, symbolizing strength and individuality.

Darnelle Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Darnelle is currently #31772 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Darnelle is currently #13326 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Darnelle is currently #15616 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Darnelle is currently #6607 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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