Dillinger Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDIL-in-jer / /ˈdɪl.ɪn.dʒər/English; German
Meaning
English: 'one who is from the valley'; German: 'son of Dillinger'
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Dillinger is of English and German origin. It is derived from geographical locations and has been used as a surname since the Middle Ages. The name gained notoriety in the 20th century due to the infamous American bank robber John Dillinger. As a given name, it is relatively rare and carries a unique historical weight.
Trend Summary
Dillinger is not a commonly used name in the United States and has not appeared in significant popularity trends.
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Famous people named Dillinger
Dillinger was also a prominent figure in American folklore, often romanticized in films and literature.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dillinger was first seen in the United States in 1992. Dillinger has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Dillinger has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dillinger (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 36 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |