Dashiel

[ˈdeɪʃəl]

Meaning

a strong and courageous waterman

Background Story

The name Dashiel is derived from the Old French surname 'D'Achiel', which means 'the stable'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, mainly due to the famous American author Dashiell Hammett, known for his hard-boiled detective novels. His literary works often featured strong, complex characters, which may have contributed to the name's association with strength and resilience.

Temperament

Cool

Gender

Boy

Language

French

Name Start With

D

Letter Count

7 Letters