Dail
boy nameDail entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1648 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1648
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2845 |
| 1920s | #2957 |
| 1930s | #2536 |
| 1940s | #2683 |
| 1950s | #2893 |
| 1960s | #3308 |
| 1990s | #8700 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Dail are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dail alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dail in 2025?
- Dail is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dail most popular?
- Dail peaked in 1921, reaching #1648 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dail with classmates?
- Dail will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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