Darnella
Girl nameDarnella has been given to 731 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It peaked in 1961.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
731
Peak year
1961 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1920
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Darnella — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Darnella.
Sibling name ideas for Darnella
Same era and popularity as Darnella, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Darnella?
Darnella has been given to 731 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Darnella peak?
Darnella peaked in 1961, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Darnella a girl or boy name?
Darnella is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Darnella are girls).
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