Dallen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Bright, shining light
Origin: Irish/Scottish
Popularity: Ranked #5434 in 2025 with 17 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Aileen. Shares the meaning 'Bright, shining light.'
Similar names: daleen, dalen, dalena, daelen, daileen, dailen, daileny, daleon
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Dallen? About 1 in 195,794 babies born in 2025 were named Dallen, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Dallen
What does the name Dallen mean?
Dallen means “Bright, shining light” from Irish/Scottish roots.
What is the origin of the name Dallen?
Dallen has Irish/Scottish origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, shining light”.
How popular is Dallen?
Dallen ranked #5399 in 2025 — given to 17 babies that year.
When was Dallen most popular?
Dallen peaked in 2008 with 53 babies registered that year.
Is Dallen a boy or girl name?
Dallen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Dallens in registered births are male.
Is the name Dallen rising or falling in popularity?
Dallen has risen 964 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6363 in 2020 to #5399 in 2025.
How long has Dallen been recorded?
Dallen appears in birth records across 52 years — from 1959 through 2025.