Dally

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Dally Pronunciation

Dally is pronounced DAL-ee /ˈdæl.i/High

Meaning: A pet form of Dallas ('the meadow dwelling', Scottish) or Dahlia ('the dahlia flower'); also the word 'to dally', to linger; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Sweet and sunny: Dally pets Dallas/Dahlia. A friendly modern short name, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'DAL-ee').

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Origin LowScottish, American

MeaningA pet form of Dallas ('the meadow dwelling', Scottish) or Dahlia ('the dahlia flower'); also the word 'to dally', to linger; here for girls; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5642 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births22 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 316

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Dally is a pet form of Dallas — from a Scottish place-name, 'the meadow dwelling' — or of Dahlia, 'the dahlia flower' — and it also echoes the affectionate word 'to dally', to linger playfully (routes layered, which we note; Dally Winston of The Outsiders). A sweet, sunny modern short name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-pet-form at the root, and sunny.

Did you know? Dally is a fond pet form of Dallas ('the meadow dwelling', Scottish) or Dahlia ('the dahlia flower') — and echoes the playful word 'to dally', to linger fondly — a sunny short name, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note).

Overall data confidence 45%

References — Dally — routes layered

Variations

DallieDallasDahlia

Themes & Styles

Uncertain American Unisex Nickname-name Scottish

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Dahlia— a name it pets

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Dally?

Dally is pronounced DAL-ee (/ˈdæl.i/). Press play above to hear Dally said aloud.

How do you say Dally?

Dally is said DAL-ee (/ˈdæl.i/). Press play above to hear Dally said aloud.

What does the name Dally mean?

Dally pets Dallas ('the meadow dwelling') or Dahlia ('the dahlia flower'); the routes are layered.

Is Dally a boy or girl name?

Dally is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Dally?

Dally is a very rare name in the U.S.