Dashiell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDASH-uhl / /ˈdæʃ.əl/French; English
Meaning
French: page; English: from the town of Dashiell
Historical & Cultural Background
Dashiell is believed to have originated from the French surname 'D'Achille,' which means 'from the town of Dashiell.' The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with the American author Dashiell Hammett, known for his detective novels. The name has a distinctive sound and is considered somewhat unique in contemporary naming trends.
Trend Summary
Dashiell has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dash
International Variants
- Dashiell (English)
Famous people named Dashiell
Dashiell Hammett was an American author known for his hard-boiled detective novels, including 'The Maltese Falcon.'.
Dashiell McGowan is a notable figure in the field of contemporary art, recognized for his innovative installations.
Fictional characters named Dashiell
Dashiell is a character in the animated series 'The Incredibles,' known for his super-speed abilities.
Dashiell is a character in the book series 'The Secret Series' by Pseudonymous Bosch, where he plays a key role in the adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dashiell was first seen in the United States in 1979. Dashiell has ranked as high as #1220 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Washington, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Dashiell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dashiell (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 59 |
| 2005 | 87 |
| 2006 | 112 |
| 2007 | 92 |
| 2008 | 109 |
| 2009 | 117 |
| 2010 | 146 |
| 2011 | 127 |
| 2012 | 100 |
| 2013 | 122 |
| 2014 | 127 |
| 2015 | 174 |
| 2016 | 146 |
| 2017 | 95 |
| 2018 | 121 |
| 2019 | 104 |
| 2020 | 98 |
| 2021 | 107 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 73 |