Dale
girl name#14942 in 2025Dale entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #236 in 1952, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1887–2025
#14942
rank today
#236
peak (1952)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1037 |
| 1890s | #1166 |
| 1900s | #1140 |
| 1910s | #899 |
| 1920s | #826 |
| 1930s | #598 |
| 1940s | #316 |
| 1950s | #297 |
| 1960s | #602 |
| 1970s | #1441 |
| 1980s | #2395 |
| 1990s | #4458 |
| 2000s | #9612 |
| 2010s | #14414 |
| 2020s | #13476 |
Living bearers
About 15,500 people named Dale are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dale alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dale in 2025?
- Dale ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dale most popular?
- Dale peaked in 1952, reaching #236 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dale with classmates?
- Dale will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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