Darnell
Darnell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hidden nook or darnel grass.
Origin and history
Darnell is derived from an English surname, which itself comes from a place name meaning 'hidden nook' or potentially from the Old French word for a type of grass (darnel). Historically used as a masculine name in the United States, it peaked in popularity during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it remains a recognized traditional name with moderate usage.
Popularity in the United States
28,631 babies in the United States have been named Darnell since 1880. It ranks #697 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1437.
States where it is most popular
- IL (11.9 %)
- NY (10.8 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
- MI (8 %)
- PA (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 63 |
| 1920-1930 | 197 |
| 1930-1940 | 294 |
| 1940-1950 | 633 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,969 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,689 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,828 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,294 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,514 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,878 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,772 |
| 2020-2029 | 500 |
Famous people named Darnell
- Darnell Mooney: Football Player, Athlete
- Darnell Dockett: Football Player, Athlete
- Darnell Nurse: Hockey Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Darn
Fun facts
- Darnell originally transitioned from an English habitational and occupational family surname into a given name.
- The name saw its highest U.S. popularity between the 1970s and 1990s.