Darnell
Darnell is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hidden nook or darnel grass.
Origin and history
Darnell originates from an Old English surname derived from a place name meaning 'hidden nook' or referring to darnel grass. While historically and primarily used for males, it saw usage as a feminine name in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is rarely given to baby girls in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,387 babies in the United States have been named Darnell since 1880. It ranks #3612 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- LA (43.1 %)
- NY (12.9 %)
- CA (9.1 %)
- PA (9 %)
- HI (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 15 |
| 1920-1930 | 70 |
| 1930-1940 | 78 |
| 1940-1950 | 417 |
| 1950-1960 | 588 |
| 1960-1970 | 600 |
| 1970-1980 | 344 |
| 1980-1990 | 206 |
| 1990-2000 | 59 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Darnell
- Darnell Martin: Director, Screenwriter
Fun facts
- Darnell originated as an English habitational surname before transitioning into a given name in the United States.
- Although predominantly used as a male name, over two thousand females in the U.S. have been given the name since 1880.