Dalan
Dalan is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,282 in the US, popular nicknames include Dal, Day, and Dalie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dalan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 570 babies have been named Dalan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dalan is past its peak , currently ranked #12,282 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,282
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Dalan
Dalan is a boy name .
Dalan is currently ranked #12,282 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dalan include Dal, Day, and Dalie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis