Dallas

Probably “meadow dwelling” in its Scottish place-name origin.

Dallas is an English-language given name used for boys and girls, taken from a surname with Scottish place-name roots. The place Dallas, near Forres, probably means “meadow dwelling”, giving the name a quieter landscape connection alongside its American city association. The Texas city can lend Dallas an urban, contemporary feel, while the surname background gives it another story to explore. Its sound holds a similar balance: a firm opening d and broad stressed vowel, softened by l and a light second syllable. If you like place-linked names with presence but without a long, elaborate rhythm, that combination may be its appeal.

Etymology: An English given name taken from a surname associated with Dallas near Forres in Scotland. The place name probably combines elements meaning “meadow” and “dwelling”. An alternative proposed surname origin is Old English “valley house”.