Dash

Dash is a contemporary English first name for boys. Its meaning is 'the runner' or 'the sprinter' and is derived from the English word dash, which stands for 'to run,' 'to sprint,' and 'to race.'

What does the name Dash mean?

Dash is a trendy English boy's name. It means 'the runner' or 'the sprinter' and comes from the English term dash, which is associated with 'to run,' 'to sprint,' and 'to race.' Furthermore, Dash is also regarded as a diminutive of the name Dashiell. In Albanian, the name means 'the battering ram.'

Where does the name Dash come from?

The name Dash has its roots in English and means 'the runner.' It is derived from the English word dash for 'to run, to sprint, to race,' while in Albanian it can also mean 'battering ram.' The language in which this name is prevalent is American English.

How do you pronounce Dash?

The name Dash has an impressive sound and is pronounced as a single syllable. It sounds like 'Dash' [dæʃ] and begins with an open vowel, giving it a clear and direct presence. The ending '-sh' provides a soft yet distinct closure, adding a certain tension to the name. The brevity of the name creates a concise sound that makes Dash appear dynamic and modern - compact, clear, and with a quick, precise auditory effect.

Popularity

In Germany, Dash is a rather rare first name. It has not yet appeared in the German first name charts. Its best ranking was 741st in the US name charts in 2017. Over the past ten years, it has been given as a first name about 3,000 times, placing it 669th in the ten-year statistics. From 1930 to 2024, it ranks 1,389th in the USA.

Nicknames & pet names

Dashi

Famous people

• Queen Victoria (her dog Dash) (Queen)