Darcel
boy nameDarcel entered the US charts in 1952, peaked at #3275 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1952–2025
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rank today
#3275
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3589 |
| 1970s | #4305 |
| 1980s | #5898 |
| 1990s | #7776 |
| 2000s | #10556 |
| 2010s | #12136 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Darcel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darcel alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darcel in 2025?
- Darcel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Darcel most popular?
- Darcel peaked in 1958, reaching #3275 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darcel with classmates?
- Darcel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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