Dallas Cooley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dallas Cooley — English
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dallas Cooley is a name that combines English origins. The first name Dallas is a masculine given name of English origin. Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling" (compare Gaelic dail + fas). This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire. The surname Cooley: Cooley is a surname of Anglo-Saxon and Irish origin. Alford W. Cooley (1873–1913), justice of the New Mexico Territorial Supreme Court Alice Kingsbury Cooley (1839–1910), British-born American actress, author, and poet Bertram Cooley (1874–1935), South African cricketer Carroll Cooley (1935–2023), American police detective Charles Horton Cooley (1864–1929), American sociologist Chelsea Cooley (born 1983), Miss USA 2005 Chris Cooley (born 1982), American professional football player David P. Dallas is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 36K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dallas reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dallas

English

Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling" (compare Gaelic dail + fas). This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire.

Surname: Cooley

English

Cooley is a surname of Anglo-Saxon and Irish origin. Alford W. Cooley (1873–1913), justice of the New Mexico Territorial Supreme Court Alice Kingsbury Cooley (1839–1910), British-born American actress, author, and poet Bertram Cooley (1874–1935), South African cricketer Carroll Cooley (1935–2023), American police detective Charles Horton Cooley (1864–1929), American sociologist Chelsea Cooley (born 1983), Miss USA 2005 Chris Cooley (born 1982), American professional football player David P.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dallas is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dallas by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dallas Cooley:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dallas?
The first name Dallas originates from English. Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling" (compare Gaelic dail + fas). This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire.
When was Dallas most popular?
The name Dallas reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cooley?
The surname Cooley originates from English. Cooley is a surname of Anglo-Saxon and Irish origin. Alford W. Cooley (1873–1913), justice of the New Mexico Territorial Supreme Court Alice Kingsbury Cooley (1839–1910), British-born American actress, author, and poet Bertram Cooley (1874–1935), South African cricketer Carroll Cooley (1935–2023), American police detective Charles Horton Cooley (1864–1929), American sociologist Chelsea Cooley (born 1983), Miss USA 2005 Chris Cooley (born 1982), American professional football player David P.
How common is the surname Cooley?
The surname Cooley is shared by approximately 33K people worldwide.
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