Dahl Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Scandinavian
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Dahl means 'valley' and has Scandinavian origins.
Meaning of the Name Dahl
Dahl is a Scandinavian surname derived from the Old Norse word 'dalr', meaning 'valley'. It is a surname commonly found in Norway and Sweden. The name may have originated as a topographical name for someone who lived in or near a valley. It is also possible that Dahl could have been a habitational name for someone from a place named Dahl. Overall, Dahl signifies a connection to the natural environment and signifies a sense of rootedness.
Popularity of the Name Dahl
The popularity for the name Dahl peaked in popularity in the year 1940 with 15 births, which ranked number 3,910 out of 7,985 unique names for that year. Dahl had the most male births in 1940 with 15, which ranked number 1,802 out of 3,937 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Dahl
Popularity of Dahl by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Dahl. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Dahl in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Dahl is a great pick!
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