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Dallan

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Dallan Pronunciation

Dallan is pronounced DAL-ən /ˈdæl.ən/High

Meaning: From the Irish Dallán, 'blind; a little blind one' (dall, 'blind', plus a diminutive); borne by an early Irish saint-poetLow

In 30 seconds: A little blind one: Dallan ties to the Irish Dallán — 'blind' — a saint-poet's name. Soft, lyrical, and warm.

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Origin MediumIrish

MeaningFrom the Irish Dallán, 'blind; a little blind one' (dall, 'blind', plus a diminutive); borne by an early Irish saint-poet

U.S. rank (2024)#5693 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 745

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Dallan is an Anglicized form of the Irish Dallán, 'blind; a little blind one' (from dall, 'blind', plus the diminutive -án). Borne by St Dallán Forgaill, the chief poet of Ireland in the 6th century, said to have lost his sight from devotion to study (and traditionally credited with the hymn 'Be Thou My Vision'). A soft, lyrical, learned name (said 'DAL-ən').

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-little-blind-one at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Dallan comes from the Irish Dallán, 'blind; a little blind one' (dall, 'blind', plus a diminutive) — borne by St Dallán Forgaill, a revered 6th-century Irish poet who, by tradition, lost his sight — a soft, lyrical name (said 'DAL-ən').

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Dallán — root etymology

Variations

DallánDalanDallen

Nicknames

Dal

Themes & Styles

Irish Saint

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Dallan?

Dallan is pronounced DAL-ən (/ˈdæl.ən/). Press play above to hear Dallan said aloud.

How do you say Dallan?

Dallan is said DAL-ən (/ˈdæl.ən/). Press play above to hear Dallan said aloud.

What does the name Dallan mean?

Dallan is the Irish Dallán, 'blind; a little blind one' (a revered saint-poet's name).

Is Dallan a boy or girl name?

Dallan is a boy's name.

How popular is Dallan?

Dallan is a rare name in the U.S.