Holding steady.
Popularity of Darcel since 1950
Babies named Darcel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 516 | 29 |
| 1960s | 328 | 0 |
| 1970s | 137 | 23 |
| 1980s | 225 | 38 |
| 1990s | 34 | 31 |
| 2000s | 0 | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Darcel is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1950, with its highest popularity occurring in 1954, when it ranked outside the top 1000. Since then, the name has remained stable but extremely uncommon, with no recorded births in recent years. Its usage has been concentrated in the 1950s, and it has never seen a significant revival. The name is given almost exclusively to boys, and no top states have been associated with it. The etymology is uncertain; it may be a modern invention or a variant of Darcelle, possibly influenced by the French surname Darcel. As a unique and uncommon choice, Darcel offers a distinctive sound without a deep historical or cultural background.
Darcel first appeared in U.S. records in 1950, likely as a modern coinage, possibly influenced by the French surname Darcel or as a variant of Darcelle. Its peak usage was in 1954, but it has remained rare and stable in usage since, never achieving widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Darcelle
Sibling names for Darcel
Names that share Darcel's style, for a brother or sister.
