Female and male first names beginning with the letter “D”..

Rare Scottish name derived from MacDhalla meaning "son of Dull", itself coming from Old Norse "düll" meaning calm or smooth. It is rich in history, associated with the fierce Highland clan MacDhallas and notable figures like Dall MacDhalla who fought alongside Robert the Bruce.

English given name derived from the Old English 'dalf', meaning 'bold' or 'courageous', and influenced by the Norman French word 'dalhas', meaning 'from the valley'.

Rare Scottish name of Gaelic origin meaning "valley of the green grass," evoking tranquility and nature.

Rare Scottish name derived from the Gaelic word "dàil," meaning 'shade' or 'shadow,' possibly evolved from the given name Dale. Its enigmatic meaning hints at personal growth and self-discovery, with historical ties to notable figures like poet Dallan Forgaill.

Enchanting Irish name derived from the Norman surname O'Dalaigh, meaning "descendant of the radiant one".

Rare Italian given name with no known meaning or historical significance, believed to originate from the town Dallara in Parma, Italy.

Distinctive African name of Swahili origin, meaning "playfulness.

Unisex given name of American origin, derived from Scottish 'Dubhghall' meaning "black stranger", or Old English "Delhaegl" meaning "noble battle".

American origin, derived from the surname of George M. Dallas, who served as Vice President of the United States during the 1840s. It was later adopted as the name of the city in Texas that bears his honor.

Rare, unique name of uncertain origin and meaning.

Scottish origin, derived from the surname "Dallan," potentially meaning slow or dull, or deceptive. Despite its roots, it's now seen as a distinctive choice for boys.

Uncommon American female name with unknown origins, potentially derived from names like Dale or Dallas combined with the suffix -ene. Its meaning could be interpreted as "valley of the dale," or it might be a variant of Irish name Daleen meaning "gentle.

Rare French name derived from "dalle," meaning "flagstone," symbolizing earthly strength and durability.

African origin from the Fulani people, meaning 'patience' or 'endurance.'

Unique, rarely-used given name of unknown origin, possibly inspired by biblical character Dalila.

Uncommon yet captivating Irish female given name, derived from the surname O'Dalaigh, meaning "descendant of Daly".

Uncommon English male given name derived from Old English elements, meaning "one who belongs to the portion".

Rare Greek name meaning "from Dalium", an ancient city near modern Drama, often shortened to Daly or Lion.

Rare Greek name meaning 'shaking' or 'trembling', derived from the nymph who cared for baby Zeus.

Rare, unisex Greek name derived from 'dallos', meaning 'different' or 'unlike', embodying uniqueness.

Irish male given name derived from the Gaelic word "dálach," meaning "gentle" or "meek." It has gained popularity recently despite its scarcity in historical records, and it continues to be associated with Ireland's cultural heritage.

Rare English name derived from 'Æþelþun', meaning 'noble fortress'.

Unusual Irish given name, originally derived from the surname Ó Dubhthaigh, meaning 'descendant of blackthorn', and associated with Queen Maeve in Irish mythology.

Uncommon Irish given name, derived from the ancient surname Ó Dálaigh, meaning 'fuller's earth' or 'earth for making clay'.

Unique, exotic Welsh name meaning "gentle one from.

Rare Welsh name derived from Dallien, meaning "from Dalhunia," an ancient Welsh kingdom known for bravery and wisdom. First recorded during King Henry III's reign (1216-1272), Dallyn has historical roots and offers uniqueness as both a boy's or girl's name.

Unique Latin-origin variant of Dallas, meaning 'valley house' from Old English roots.

French-origin given name with an enchanting sound and unclear but intriguing meanings, possibly associated with light or brightness.

Hungarian female given name meaning 'apple', symbolizing beauty and abundance, popularized in the 20th century.

Rare Scandinavian given name meaning 'valley warrior', derived from Old Norse elements dalr and marr. It was borne by legendary Viking chieftains and embodies strength and courage.

Uncommon name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Old French word "dalmer," meaning "to thresh" or "to beat." Its use as a given name has been rare historically and it lacks significant cultural associations or historical figures named Dalmer.

Welsh origin and means "calm" or "serene".

Rare African name of Swahili origin, potentially meaning 'calm' or 'serene'.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "meeting of two great rivers." It's not common outside Nigeria and Benin but has started to gain recognition globally due to its distinct sound and rich cultural heritage.

Rare, Yoruba name of African origin meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful'.

Original girl's name with no known origin or meaning, pronounced /dah-loh-nuh/. Its uniqueness contributes to its growing popularity.

Rare African name from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, translating to "We have been patient" and symbolizing perseverance and endurance.

Rare, African-American given name with uncertain origins but often associated with West African influences.

African American name of Yoruba origin meaning "wealthy.

Dalonzo, of African origin, signifies 'calmness' or 'peaceful' in Yoruba culture.