Dashiell
Meaning & Origin
Dashiell is a French-derived surname name, possibly from “de Chiel,” made famous by hardboiled detective novelist Dashiell Hammett. It has a literary, stylish edge.
Popularity
Dashiell has grown steadily since the 2010s, part of the trend toward literary surname names, gaining recognition through its punchy nickname Dash.
Nicknames & Variations
Common nicknames include Dash. Variant spelling includes Dashell.
Similar Names
Similar literary surname names include Beckett, Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and Harper.
Personality & Trivia
Dashiell suggests literary cool and energy, evoking detective noir fiction and the beloved nickname Dash.
Famous People Named Dashiell
- Dashiell Hammett, American crime novelist
Quick Facts
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Uncertain, surname-derived
- Pronunciation: DASH-ul