Dallin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAL-in / /ˈdæl.ɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: from the valley; Irish: little valley
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dallin has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a geographical feature, referring to a valley. In Irish, it is often associated with the diminutive form, suggesting a smaller or endearing version of a valley. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Dallin has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dallan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dallin was first seen in the United States in 1971. Dallin has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Utah, Arizona, California, Idaho, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Dallin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dallin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 14 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 46 |
| 1985 | 65 |
| 1986 | 67 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1988 | 88 |
| 1989 | 88 |
| 1990 | 89 |
| 1991 | 106 |
| 1992 | 111 |
| 1993 | 163 |
| 1994 | 158 |
| 1995 | 161 |
| 1996 | 187 |
| 1997 | 186 |
| 1998 | 216 |
| 1999 | 225 |
| 2000 | 229 |
| 2001 | 227 |
| 2002 | 237 |
| 2003 | 220 |
| 2004 | 188 |
| 2005 | 179 |
| 2006 | 175 |
| 2007 | 192 |
| 2008 | 184 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 127 |
| 2011 | 134 |
| 2012 | 113 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 94 |
| 2015 | 66 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 29 |