Darlene as a name
Darlene is a female given name of English origin. It is a combination of the name “Dar” and the suffix “-lene”, which means “little” or “narrow”. The name was first used in the early 20th century, and its popularity peaked in the 1940s and 1950s.
The meaning of the name Darlene is often interpreted as “darling” or “beloved”, and it is sometimes associated with a sweet and gentle personality. Famous people with the name Darlene include singer Darlene Love, actress Darlene Cates, and politician Darlene Hooley.