Dale vs Gale

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dale

Boy #1,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"valley dweller, from the valley"

Origin: Old English/Old Norse

English American Scandinavian

15 High Risk

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Boy #6,550 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"lively, merry"

Origin: Old Norse

English American

15 High Risk

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Dale Rank #1,309

Gale Rank #6,550

Dale is more popular, ranked #1309 vs #6550 for Gale.

Is Dale or Gale more popular?

Dale is more popular, ranked #1309 compared to Gale at #6550 in the United States.

What do Dale and Gale mean?

Dale means "valley dweller, from the valley" (Old English/Old Norse origin). Gale means "lively, merry" (Old Norse origin).

Are Dale and Gale boy or girl names?

Dale is primarily a boy name. Gale is primarily a boy name.