Dalton

Rank 516th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Dalton was 516th most popular baby name for boys and 1,062nd most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 569 babies were named Dalton in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 5,917 babies in the United States were named Dalton. Today, the average age of someone named Dalton is around 25 to 26 years old.

The name "Dalton" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Dalton is Dalt.

Dalton Meaning & Origin

Dalton is an English name that translates to "town in the valley," evoking a sense of tranquility, peace, and connectivity with nature.

The name Dalton is described as adventurous, intelligent and charismatic.

Pronunciation

Dalton is pronounced dal-ton in English. The name Dalton has 6 letters and 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Dalton

  • The Dalton scale, a measure of molecular weight, is named after the scientist John Dalton.

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Geography

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