Darnel

The name Darnel peaked for girls at #4317 in 1963. Darnel is occasionally used for boys in 2021.

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Darnel is a name with multiple possible origins. It may have developed as a variant of Darnell, which originated as an English surname derived from Old French 'darnel,' referring to a type of grass or weed. Alternatively, it could be related to the Middle English personal name 'Dernell.' The name gained usage as a first name in the United States during the 20th century, with particular popularity from the 1960s through the 1980s. Darnel has been used across diverse communities in the United States, with higher frequency in urban areas. The variation between 'Darnel' (single L) and 'Darnell' (double L) represents common spelling alternatives in contemporary naming patterns. The name has a strong, masculine sound that contributed to its adoption as a given name from its surname origins.

The name Darnel peaked for boys at #1737 in 1986. Darnel is occasionally used for girls in 1970.

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