Darcel is of French origin and means "from Darc" which was an ancient town in France. It is a unisex name, though it's more commonly used for males. The name has a unique, sophisticated sound, making it both memorable and distinctive. It has been used sparingly throughout history but has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
"The name Darcel experienced popularity from the mid-1950s to the early 1970s, peaking at 71 births in 1954 and 61 births in 1952. However, it saw a significant decline by the late 1960s, with fewer than 30 births per year from 1968 onwards. The name made a brief resurgence in the mid-1980s with 36 births in 1983 and 58 births in 1984, but it has not regained its former popularity since then, with fewer than 20 births per year from 1990 onwards. In total, there have been 1240 babies named Darcel between 1950 and 1996."