Dahl

Q: What is the origin of Dahl?

Dahl is of Scandinavian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Dahl?

According to the latest SSA data, Dahl is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Dahl a boy name?

Dahl is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Valley Dweller"

Scandinavian surname from a word meaning valley, occasionally adopted as a given name in English-speaking environments.

Themes:scandinaviansurnametoponymicgiven

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Dahl

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Dahl did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Dahl Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Dahl.

8 ideas

dahy

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dahl

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dahlie

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dahly

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dahlo

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Baby Name Lists That Include Dahl

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Dahl mean?

Dahl means "Valley Dweller". Scandinavian surname from a word meaning valley, occasionally adopted as a given name in English-speaking environments.

What is the origin of Dahl?

Dahl is of Scandinavian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Dahl?

According to the latest SSA data, Dahl is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Dahl a boy name?

Dahl is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Dahl?

Popular nicknames for Dahl include dahy, dahl, dahlie, dahly, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Dahl?

There are many names similar to Dahl in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginScandinavian

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withD

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Axl Aksel Axell Andersen Axcel

Sisters

Anitra Anneka Annica Anely Andersen

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