Stephen vs Dallas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dallas

Boy #243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow dwelling, water meadow"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#243
Total SSA Count
1,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Stephen Rank #378
Dallas Rank #243

Dallas is more popular, ranked #243 vs #378 for Stephen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stephen or Dallas more popular?

Dallas is more popular, ranked #243 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Dallas mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Dallas means "meadow dwelling, water meadow" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Stephen and Dallas boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Dallas is primarily a boy name.

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