Name comparison · boy names
Dallas vs. Dawson
In 2025, Dawson leads at #143 among U.S. boys' names, with Dallas at #238. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Dallas | Dawson |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #238 | #143 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,475 | 2,487 |
| All-time peak | #214 in 1995 | #136 in 1999 |
| Uniqueness score | 30 / 100 | 24 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Alabama (#58) | West Virginia (#33) |