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Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling". This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire. The name can also be a topographic name, derived in the same fashion.
Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin
A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered rare.
Explore how the popularity of Dallas has changed over the last two decades.
Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, with its etymology tracing back to the Norse word 'dalr' meaning 'valley' or 'dale'. It is believed to have originated from a place name in Scotland. As a given name, Dallas gained some popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, though it remains more common as a surname.
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