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I love Arlene, so it makes sense that I like Darlene as well. I like that it sounds like "darling," it's sweet without actually naming the kid Darling or Honeyluv or something ridiculous. Yes, I think most people think of it as a rednecky or trailer trash name, along the lines of Brandine, Lurlene, or Jolene (though I like Jolene, I have a friend with the name who's awesome.) I've gotten the same reaction about Arlene (and Arlette as well.)