Quick answer
Darnell is a boy name.
Pronunciation: American English /dɑɹ.ˈnɛl/; British English /dɑː.ˈnɛl/.
Meaning and history
From an English surname that was derived from Old French darnel, a type of grass. In some cases the surname may be from a place name, itself derived from Old English derne "hidden" and halh "nook".
Notes and context
Usage: english, african american