Darnell Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAR-nel / /ˈdɑːrnɛl/English; French
Meaning
English: hidden; French: from the thorny place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Darnell has roots in both English and French origins. It is often associated with the Old French word 'darnel,' which refers to a type of grass. In English-speaking countries, it gained popularity in the 20th century. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and music.
Trend Summary
Darnell experienced moderate popularity in the mid-20th century but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Darnel
International Variants
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Famous people named Darnell
Darnell Dockett is a former American football defensive tackle known for his time with the Arizona Cardinals.
Darnell Williams is an American actor best known for his role on the soap opera 'All My Children.'.
Fictional characters named Darnell
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darnell was first seen in the United States in 1912. Darnell has ranked as high as #547 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in Illinois, New York, California, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Darnell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darnell (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 30 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 23 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 28 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 30 |
| 1934 | 29 |
| 1935 | 33 |
| 1936 | 24 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 35 |
| 1939 | 42 |
| 1940 | 35 |
| 1941 | 46 |
| 1942 | 36 |
| 1943 | 42 |
| 1944 | 52 |
| 1945 | 56 |
| 1946 | 74 |
| 1947 | 65 |
| 1948 | 109 |
| 1949 | 118 |
| 1950 | 176 |
| 1951 | 215 |
| 1952 | 274 |
| 1953 | 273 |
| 1954 | 291 |
| 1955 | 337 |
| 1956 | 307 |
| 1957 | 346 |
| 1958 | 392 |
| 1959 | 358 |
| 1960 | 329 |
| 1961 | 354 |
| 1962 | 354 |
| 1963 | 360 |
| 1964 | 386 |
| 1965 | 339 |
| 1966 | 353 |
| 1967 | 390 |
| 1968 | 385 |
| 1969 | 439 |
| 1970 | 483 |
| 1971 | 473 |
| 1972 | 468 |
| 1973 | 468 |
| 1974 | 428 |
| 1975 | 456 |
| 1976 | 473 |
| 1977 | 518 |
| 1978 | 566 |
| 1979 | 495 |
| 1980 | 516 |
| 1981 | 492 |
| 1982 | 539 |
| 1983 | 644 |
| 1984 | 741 |
| 1985 | 674 |
| 1986 | 692 |
| 1987 | 689 |
| 1988 | 652 |
| 1989 | 656 |
| 1990 | 678 |
| 1991 | 564 |
| 1992 | 532 |
| 1993 | 443 |
| 1994 | 469 |
| 1995 | 395 |
| 1996 | 412 |
| 1997 | 354 |
| 1998 | 354 |
| 1999 | 313 |
| 2000 | 274 |
| 2001 | 264 |
| 2002 | 262 |
| 2003 | 291 |
| 2004 | 271 |
| 2005 | 289 |
| 2006 | 305 |
| 2007 | 325 |
| 2008 | 313 |
| 2009 | 284 |
| 2010 | 235 |
| 2011 | 238 |
| 2012 | 203 |
| 2013 | 191 |
| 2014 | 197 |
| 2015 | 150 |
| 2016 | 151 |
| 2017 | 150 |
| 2018 | 129 |
| 2019 | 128 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 102 |
| 2022 | 95 |
| 2023 | 85 |
| 2024 | 61 |