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Origin: British

Meaning: The hidden spot; The hidden nook

The boy's name, Darnel, has literal roots in the Old French darnelle, a plant commonly found in grain fields. Beyond its botanical connection, Darnel is a variant of Darnell, a surname that may derive from Old English origins. With links to Old English derne, meaning "hidden," and halh, meaning "nook," Darnel translates to "the hidden nook" or "the hidden spot." Every game of hide and seek with little Darnel will be an adventure of delightful surprises with their unexpected and creative hiding spots!