Holding steady.
Popularity of Darcelle since 1952
Babies named Darcelle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 120 |
| 1960s | 108 |
| 1970s | 62 |
| 1980s | 71 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Darcelle is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1952. Its peak year of usage was 1953, after which its use declined quickly. The name has maintained a stable, very low frequency since then, with no recent rank data available. Darcelle is thought to be a modern elaboration of Darcel or Darcie, following the pattern of names like Marcelle or Janelle. Its top states of usage are not recorded, reflecting its rarity across the country.
Darcelle first appears in the mid-20th century, likely as a feminine elaboration of Darcel or Darcie. Darcel itself is a French surname derived from Old French 'd'Arcy' meaning 'from Arcy,' a place name. The suffix '-elle' follows a common pattern for creating feminine names in English. The name remains rare, with its peak usage in the 1950s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Darcie, Dell, Celle
Variants: Darcelle
Sibling names for Darcelle
Names that share Darcelle's style, for a brother or sister.
