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Dashiell
Dashiell is of uncertain origin, but it is often considered to be a variation of the Old French word 'd'Aigle,' meaning 'of the eagle.' The name carries connotations of strength and individuality, often associated with a keen intellect and a flair for the dramatic.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,851 |
| Gender | Male (52% / 48%) |
| Peak year | 2015 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1982 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | English, French |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
✨ Double Letter
Top States
CA — 38%NY — 22%TX — 16%WA — 12%IL — 11%
Notable People
Dashiell Hammett (Author, *The Maltese Falcon*) · Dashiell (Character in *The Incredibles*) · Dashiell's work influenced the genre of hard-boiled detective fiction
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