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Darnelle
UnisexMeaning of Darnelle: Modern variant of Darnell
Darnelle is a unisex name most strongly associated with American naming. It has 8 letters and 3 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 11412th most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#11412
5 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
616
First recorded 1943 · peak 1984
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
60% boys · 40% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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