Dallas
d(al)-las
US Popularity:382
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Dallas
Meaning:From the dales, The valley meadows
Dallas isn't just for Texans, you know. It's ideal for fans of 80s TV shows, baby names that are place names, or those looking for nature-inspired names. This gender-neutral name has Scottish origins, and it means "from the dales" or "the valley meadows." If cowboys spring to mind as soon as you read this name, then it's perfect for encouraging baby to embrace their free spirit.
Dallas Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Dallas is currently #1906 on The Bump
Boy:Dallas is currently #1343 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Dallas is currently #1055 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Dallas is currently #382 in U.S. births
Boy:Dallas is currently #479 in U.S. births
Girl:Dallas is currently #1261 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#1262
in 2022
- 23
from 2021
Sources
Ancestry, Dallas Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, Dallas, June 2018
WordSense, Dallas
Behind the Name, Dallas, February 2020
IMDb, Dallas
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