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Origin: British

Meaning: Grassy meadow; Of darnel

Darnely comes from Middle English and means "grassy meadow," highlighting your child's strong connection to nature. Darnel, a plant that grew alongside grains in Europe and Asia's grasslands, gives its name to this flora-inspired boy's name. Originally from the French darnelle, which is linked to intoxicating effects in large amounts, Darnely's roots trace back to Anglo-Saxon and Norman England. Here, Darnley was often used as an occupational name for farmers who cultivated darnel.