MallowbyNames

Dallis

DAL-is · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Dallas.

2025 rank (boys)
#7,194
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
1939
2025 frequency
1 in 155,280 boys
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Declining since 1996

Declining since 1996, #7,194 for boys today.

Popularity of Dallis since 1914

Babies named Dallis per year in U.S. Social Security records.

193958192019602000Most births 1941GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1910s550
1920s598
1930s0113
1940s1599
1950s762
1960s045
1970s517
1980s547
1990s173135
2000s18297
2010s349114
2020s11162

Meaning & origin

Dallis is a rare unisex name that entered U.S. records in 1914, peaking in popularity in 1939. Since 1996, its usage has been falling, and today it ranks 7,194, with approximately 1 in every 155,280 newborns receiving the name. Its meaning is unclear, possibly a variant of the Scottish surname Dallas. Despite its obscurity, Dallis offers a simple, melodic sound and a nickname-friendly form, appealing to parents seeking an uncommon name with a vintage touch.

The name Dallis first appeared in U.S. records in 1914. It may be a variant of Dallas, a Scottish surname of uncertain origin, perhaps meaning 'from the field by the water' in Gaelic. Dallis saw its peak popularity in 1939 but has since declined in use.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Dal, Dally

Variants: Dallas

Sibling names for Dallis

Names that share Dallis's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Dallis mean?
The meaning is uncertain, but it is possibly a variant of Dallas.
How popular is the name Dallis currently?
As of 2025, Dallis ranks 7,194 in the U.S. and is given to about 1 in every 155,280 newborns.
Is Dallis a boy or girl name?
Dallis is unisex.