Darnel
girl nameDarnel entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #4272 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1957–2025
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rank today
#4272
peak (1963)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5377 |
| 1960s | #5525 |
| 1970s | #7995 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Darnel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Darnel alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darnel in 2025?
- Darnel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Darnel most popular?
- Darnel peaked in 1963, reaching #4272 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Darnel with classmates?
- Darnel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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