Dallas

Boy's name

Dallas is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "dail" meaning "meadow" or "valley."

Meaning Meadow dwelling
Origin Scottish
U.S. births in 2023 1,448
Peak year 2024

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Dallas Green - MLB player and manager
  • Dallas Keuchel - MLB pitcher, Cy Young Award winner
  • Dallas Clark - NFL tight end, Super Bowl champion
  • Dallas Roberts - Actor in "The Good Wife" and "Dallas Buyers Club"
  • Dallas Austin - Grammy-winning music producer and songwriter

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