Darnell
dar-NEL
Popularity
#2311
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
30,961
Peak Year
#770 in 1984
First Recorded
1912
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Darnell is an English name derived from an English surname, of uncertain origin, possibly from the Old English word 'dearne' meaning 'hidden place'.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Darnell Dockett
Former American NFL football player.
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