How Many People Are Named Dalin?

Complete statistics for the name Dalin: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Dalin
Very Rare
Scandinavian and Old English

Dalin is a very rare name, with only 452 people alive in the U.S. today and just 1 in 729,739 Americans bearing this name. It peaked in 2006 with 28 births and is still predominantly chosen for males under 30.

~315
Living in US
1 in 1,052,220
Americans
2006
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Valley or small valley
🌐
Origin
Scandinavian and Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Calm Grounded Thoughtful
22
Life Path Number

The number 22 is known as a Master Number in numerology, representing the Master Builder. It carries the energy of big vision combined with practical ability, suggesting someone who can turn ambitious dreams into tangible reality.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

17,167
Worldwide Bearers
#42,260
Global Rank
🇰🇭 Cambodia
12,730
🇮🇳 India
826
🇮🇩 Indonesia
566
🇹🇭 Thailand
558
🇺🇸 United States
426
🇹🇼 Taiwan
358
🇯🇴 Jordan
178
🇲🇾 Malaysia
167
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
153
🇨🇩 DR Congo
151

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
426 (94%)
♀ Female
27 (6%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 25
318
Would be under 30 (69%)
145
Would be 30–60 (31%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 463 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2006

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
20
Modern Appeal
100
International
97

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Dalin Through the Generations

The name Dalin has a unique journey, with a total of 463 births across all time but only 452 people currently alive in the U.S., highlighting a significant gap. This name saw its peak in 2006 with 28 births, indicating a brief surge in popularity. The majority (69%) of those named Dalin are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. However, the declining trend since then is noteworthy, as the average age of 25 suggests a younger demographic that may be shifting away from the name.

✨ Similar Names to Dalin

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Dalin's Scandinavian and Old English roots

📄 About the Name Dalin

How Many People Have the Name Dalin?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 315 people in the United States currently share the name Dalin. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,052,220 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Dalin a Common or Rare Name?

Dalin is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Dalin Mean?

Dalin means "Valley or small valley" and comes from Scandinavian and Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Dalin in SSA data, approximately 94% are male and 6% are female.

When Was Dalin Most Popular?

The name Dalin reached peak popularity in 2006, with 28 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Dalin?

Approximately 315 people named Dalin live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 315. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,052,220 Americans.

Is Dalin a rare name?

Dalin is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,052,220 Americans has this name.

What does the name Dalin mean?

Dalin means "Valley or small valley" and comes from Scandinavian and Old English origins.

Is Dalin more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 94% of people named Dalin are male and 6% are female.

When was Dalin most popular?

Dalin peaked in 2006 with 28 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US315
All-Time Births315
1 in X1 in 1,052,220
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age25
Peak Year2006
World Rank#42,260
Male %94%
Female %6%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.