Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Dallas.
National Rank (2025)
#238
All-Time Peak Rank
#214 (1995)
Total U.S. Births
71,203
Unisex Distribution81.8% Boy / 18.2% GirlBalance: Leans Male
💡 The Dallas Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Dallas
According to SSA data, Dallas achieved its highest historical rank of #214 in 1995. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 1,475 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 3.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Dallas scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+3.9% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,475Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:234
1890s:297
1900s:413
1910s:1,971
1920s:3,768
1930s:4,237
1940s:4,358
1950s:4,064
1960s:3,236
1970s:3,659
1980s:5,653
1990s:10,443
2000s:8,651
2010s:11,995
2020s:8,224
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesDal-las
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with D, a letter used by only 6.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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