Dahl
Pronunciation: [ d-AHL ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dahl first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 39 babies have been named Dahl in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dahl is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,787 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,787
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Latin origin
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Norman French origin
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Old English origin
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Old English (heord + wic) origin
"Herd farm or livestock enclosure"
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About the Name Dahl
Dahl is a boy name .
Dahl is currently ranked #38,787 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis