Dallas
Dallas is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Meadow dwelling or valley house.
Origin and history
Dallas is a place-name of Scottish origin, derived from Gaelic words meaning 'meadow dwelling'. While originally a surname and modern Texas city name, it has gained steady popularity as a unisex given name in the United States. Its usage for girls has shown consistent growth in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
15,882 babies in the United States have been named Dallas since 1880. It ranks #1224 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #633.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.3 %)
- CA (10.4 %)
- GA (7.4 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
- TN (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 28 |
| 1900-1910 | 79 |
| 1910-1920 | 263 |
| 1920-1930 | 376 |
| 1930-1940 | 312 |
| 1940-1950 | 311 |
| 1950-1960 | 374 |
| 1960-1970 | 294 |
| 1970-1980 | 575 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,020 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,227 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,030 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,267 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,726 |
Famous people named Dallas
- Dallas Bryce Howard: Actress, Director
Fun facts
- The name originates from a parish in Moray, Scotland, derived from Gaelic 'dál' (meadow) and 'fhás' (dwelling).
- Dallas gained widespread recognition globally via the major city in Texas, established in the mid-19th century.