Dalin
A name derived from the Slavic root meaning "distant" or "far away".
Name Census estimates that about 454 living Americans carry the first name Dalin. It is a predominantly male name (94.2% of registrations). The average person named Dalin today is around 25 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dalin births was 2006 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dalin. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
454
~ 1 in 754,966 Americans
Peak year
2006
28 babies that year
Average age
25
years old
2022 SSA rank
#12,737
Tracked since 1977
Gender
Gender distribution for Dalin
Dalin leans heavily male at 94.2% of total registrations, but 27 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Dalin as a male name
- Ranked #12,737 in 2022
- 5 male births in 2022
- Peak: 2003 (22 births)
Dalin as a female name
- Ranked #17,492 in 2012
- 5 female births in 2012
- Peak: 2000 (6 births)
Popularity
Dalin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dalin from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 207 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dalin by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dalin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Dalin
The name Dalin is believed to have its origins in the Old Norse language, which was spoken by the Germanic peoples who inhabited Scandinavia and parts of northern Europe during the Viking Age (around 800-1100 AD). It is thought to be derived from the Old Norse word "dalr," meaning "valley" or "dale."
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Dalin can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of narratives that document the lives and adventures of the early Scandinavian settlers of Iceland. In these tales, the name Dalin is often associated with characters who hailed from or lived in areas known for their valleys and dales.
The name Dalin gained further recognition in the 17th century with the Swedish poet and historian Olof von Dalin (1708-1763), who is considered one of the most influential figures in Swedish literature. His works, such as the epic poem "Svenska Frihets-Krämare" (Swedish Freedom Traders), played a significant role in shaping the Swedish language and literary tradition.
Another notable figure who bore the name Dalin was the Russian composer and pianist Vladimir Dalin (1924-2012), known for his contributions to the Soviet classical music scene. His compositions included operas, ballets, and orchestral works, many of which were performed by renowned ensembles such as the Bolshoi Theater.
In the realm of sports, the name Dalin is associated with Dalin Zardić (born 1985), a Croatian professional basketball player who has represented his national team and played in various European leagues.
Lastly, one cannot overlook the American architect and urban planner Dalin A. Pearson (1920-2007), who was instrumental in shaping the urban landscape of several cities, including Denver and Phoenix. His work focused on integrating sustainable design principles and creating livable communities.
These individuals, spanning various fields and time periods, exemplify the diverse and enduring nature of the name Dalin, which has its roots in the rugged landscapes and rich cultural heritage of the ancient Scandinavian peoples.
People
Dalin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dalin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dalin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dalin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 454 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dalin going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 754,966 US residents.
Is Dalin a common name?
We classify Dalin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 463 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dalin most popular?
The single biggest year for Dalin was 2006, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dalin is about 25 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Dalin a male name?
Yes, 94.2% of people registered as Dalin in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.