Summary

The surname DIAL is of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'dial', which means a person who keeps track of time or works with a sundial. The surname may have originally been given to someone who worked as a clockmaker or a person who had an important role in measuring time.
There are
10997
Dials in the USA
Dial is the
3287th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Dial

CraigDial

Craig Dial is an American football coach who has served as the head coach at Crowley High School and Trinity Valley Community College.

A.Dial

A. Dial Torgerson was an American politician who served as a member of the Utah State Senate from 1975 to 1993.

I.B.

I. B. Dial was a U.S. Representative from South Carolina, serving from 1911 to 1913.

LouiseDial

Louise Dial is an American artist known for her abstract paintings and installations.

DavidDial

David Dial is a British actor who has appeared in films such as 'The World's End' and 'Mr. Holmes.'

SylviaDial

Sylvia Dial is an American educator and author who has written several books on American history.

CarlDial

Carl Dial is a retired American professional basketball player who played in the NBA for the Los Angeles Lakers and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

SarahDial

Sarah Dial is a Canadian politician who served as a Member of Parliament representing the electoral district of Penticton—Okanagan Valley.

TonyDial

Tony Dial is a former American football defensive back who played in the NFL for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Detroit Lions.

MaryDial

Mary Dial is an American actress who has appeared in films such as 'Lords of Dogtown' and 'The Sessions.'

Dial Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Dial' is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word 'dial,' which means 'clock' or 'sundial.' It may have originally been an occupational name for someone who made or maintained clocks or sundials.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Dial' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the southern states such as Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Dial' include 'Dialler,' 'Diallo,' 'Dyall,' 'Diel,' 'Dyel,' 'Dyall,' 'Deal,' 'Deel,' 'Dale,' and 'Dyel.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Dial' is primarily associated with the United States, indicating a history of migration and immigration of individuals with the surname.