Dalen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Bright, shining light
Origin: Irish/Scottish
Popularity: Ranked #5910 in 2025 with 15 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Aileen. Shares the meaning 'Bright, shining light.'
Similar names: daleen, dalena, dallen, daelen, daileen, dailen, daileny, daleon
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Dalen? About 1 in 221,900 babies born in 2025 were named Dalen, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Dalen
What does the name Dalen mean?
Dalen means “Bright, shining light” from Irish/Scottish roots.
What is the origin of the name Dalen?
Dalen has Irish/Scottish origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, shining light”.
How popular is Dalen?
Dalen ranked #5861 in 2025 — given to 15 babies that year.
When was Dalen most popular?
Dalen peaked in 2001 with 99 babies registered that year.
Is Dalen a boy or girl name?
Dalen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Dalens in registered births are male.
Is the name Dalen rising or falling in popularity?
Dalen has fallen 1397 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4464 in 2020 to #5861 in 2025.
How long has Dalen been recorded?
Dalen appears in birth records across 75 years — from 1941 through 2025.