Dalis
A feminine name originating from Sanskrit, meaning "lotus flower".
Name Census estimates that about 356 living Americans carry the first name Dalis. It is a predominantly female name (95.6% of registrations). The average person named Dalis today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dalis births was 2013 (51 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dalis. 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
356
~ 1 in 962,793 Americans
Peak year
2013
51 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2018 SSA rank
#12,422
Tracked since 1946
Gender
Gender distribution for Dalis
Dalis leans heavily female at 95.6% of total registrations, but 16 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Dalis as a male name
- Ranked #12,570 in 2018
- 5 male births in 2018
- Peak: 1946 (6 births)
Dalis as a female name
- Ranked #12,422 in 2024
- 7 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2013 (51 births)
Popularity
Dalis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dalis from the 1940s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 220 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dalis 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 Dalis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Dalis' live
Origin
Meaning and history of Dalis
The name Dalis is believed to have originated from the Lithuanian language. Its roots can be traced back to the ancient Balts, an Indo-European ethno-linguistic group that inhabited parts of present-day Lithuania, Latvia, and neighboring regions. Dalis is derived from the Lithuanian word "dali," which means "portion" or "share."
In Lithuanian mythology, Dalis was the name of the goddess of fate and fortune. She was often depicted as a young woman holding a spindle, symbolizing the thread of life she weaved for each individual. The name Dalis was likely given to children as a way to invoke the goddess's blessings and seek a favorable destiny.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dalis can be found in the Lithuanian Chronicles, a collection of historical accounts dating back to the 13th century. These chronicles mention several individuals bearing the name, suggesting its use among the Lithuanian nobility and commoners alike.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Dalis. One of the most famous was Dalis Gribauskaite, a Lithuanian politician who served as the President of Lithuania from 2009 to 2019. Born in 1956, she was the first woman to hold the office of president in Lithuania.
Another notable figure was Dalis Radzvilas, a 16th-century Lithuanian nobleman and military commander. He played a significant role in the Lithuanian-Muscovite Wars and is remembered for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield. Radzvilas was born in 1530 and died in 1583.
In the world of literature, Dalis Kudirka was a renowned Lithuanian writer and poet. Born in 1920, she was known for her works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Her poetry collections, such as "Žalčio Žvilgsnis" (The Gaze of the Serpent), received critical acclaim and cemented her place in Lithuanian literary history.
The name Dalis also found its way into the world of sports. Dalis Svedavičius was a Lithuanian basketball player who represented the Soviet Union in the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. Born in 1964, he played as a power forward and helped the Soviet team win the gold medal.
Another notable figure was Dalis Grybauskaite, a Lithuanian artist and sculptor. Born in 1905, she was known for her unique style that blended traditional Lithuanian motifs with contemporary techniques. Her works can be found in various museums and public spaces across Lithuania.
While the name Dalis may not be as common in modern times, it remains an important part of Lithuanian cultural heritage, carrying the weight of ancient mythology and a rich historical tapestry.
People
Dalis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dalis 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
Dalis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dalis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 356 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dalis 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 962,793 US residents.
Is Dalis a common name?
We classify Dalis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 363 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dalis most popular?
The single biggest year for Dalis was 2013, when 51 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dalis is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Dalis a female name?
Yes, 95.6% of people registered as Dalis in the SSA data are female. 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.