Boy
Dash
gift, present
About Dash
Energy personified. Dash bursts onto any scene with immediate vitality and movement. This name suggests speed, excitement, and unstoppable momentum—qualities that capture childhood's boundless energy perfectly. Parents choosing Dash often embrace life's adventures and want their child's name to reflect that spirited approach. It's bold without being aggressive, playful without seeming frivolous. The name works particularly well for families who value action, spontaneity, and living fully in each moment. Dash creates instant memorability; people smile when they hear it, responding to its infectious enthusiasm. While some might question whether it maintains gravitas in professional settings, modern workplaces increasingly value personality and authenticity over stiff formality. The name offers a refreshing alternative to conventional choices, standing out confidently in any roll call or introduction while never apologizing for its exuberance.
Popularity of the Name Dash
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #939 | |
| 2015 | #769 | |
| 2016 | #777 | #908 |
| 2017 | #741 | |
| 2018 | #784 | |
| 2019 | #751 | |
| 2020 | #797 | |
| 2021 | #791 | |
| 2022 | #826 | |
| 2023 | #893 | |
| 2024 | #955 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Dash
- Dashh
- Dache
- Dashe
- Dach
- Dachh
- Daysh
- Dayshe
- Dassh
- Dasshe
- Dasch
- Dasche
Names Similar to Dash
Nicknames for Dash
- D
- Dashy
- Das
- Dashi
- Dasher
Famous People Named Dash
| Dash Mihok | American actor |
| Dash Wilder | Professional wrestler - ring name |
| Dash Berlin | Dutch DJ and music producer |
| Dash Dobrofsky | American screenwriter |
| Dash Dudley | American professional wrestler |
| Dash Lewis | American singer-songwriter |
| Dash Crofts | American musician - Seals & Crofts |
| Dash Snow | American artist and photographer |
| Dash DeWitt | American musician - Rome Hero Foxes |
| Dash Shaw | American film director and screenwriter |
| Dash Williams | American rapper - The Ceremonies |
| Dash King | American baseball player |
| Dash Harris | American basketball player |
Characters Named Dash
| Dash Parr | Character from "The Incredibles" |
| Dash Baxter | Character from "Danny Phantom" |
| Dash X | Character from the "Megaman" series |
| Dash Rendar | Character from "Star Wars" Expanded Universe |
| Dash Gardiner | Character from "Continuum" TV series |
| Dash McKenzie | Character from "The Dash Diaries" |
| Dash Jordan | Character from "Perfect Hair Forever" |
| Dash Mihok | Character from "Silver Linings Playbook" |
| Dash Hallow | Character from "Monster High" series |
| Dash Riprock | Character from "The Flintstones" |
| Dash Bowman | Character from "Hollyoaks" TV series |
| Dash Dingo | Character from "Crash Bandicoot" video game series |