Boy
Dalton
valley town
About Dalton
Dalton brings rugged sophistication to the table, combining pastoral imagery with contemporary appeal. This name suggests groundedness and reliability, qualities that resonate with many parents. The strong consonant sounds create a masculine presence without aggression. Dalton has maintained steady popularity without becoming oversaturated, offering familiarity without ubiquity. Boys named Dalton often project confidence and capability. The name works seamlessly across different social contexts, from casual gatherings to formal settings. There's an accessible friendliness to Dalton that makes it approachable while maintaining substance. The two-syllable structure provides good rhythm and easy pronunciation. Parents appreciating names with outdoor associations and natural imagery often gravitate toward Dalton. It carries a timeless quality that won't feel dated as trends shift. The name pairs effectively with various middle names and surnames, showing impressive versatility. Dalton suggests someone dependable and straightforward—no pretense, just solid character. For families seeking a name that balances strength with warmth, tradition with accessibility, Dalton represents a reliable choice that serves well throughout all life stages.
Popularity of the Name Dalton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #896 | ||||
| 1884 | #875 | ||||
| 1885 | #717 | ||||
| 1889 | #898 | ||||
| 1893 | #781 | ||||
| 1894 | #570 | ||||
| 1895 | #649 | ||||
| 1896 | #913 | ||||
| 1897 | #863 | ||||
| 1898 | #902 | ||||
| 1900 | #630 | ||||
| 1902 | #616 | ||||
| 1903 | #801 | ||||
| 1904 | #896 | ||||
| 1905 | #751 | ||||
| 1906 | #943 | ||||
| 1907 | #746 | ||||
| 1908 | #663 | ||||
| 1909 | #725 | ||||
| 1910 | #627 | ||||
| 1911 | #653 | ||||
| 1912 | #568 | ||||
| 1913 | #552 | ||||
| 1914 | #623 | ||||
| 1915 | #593 | ||||
| 1916 | #517 | ||||
| 1917 | #554 | ||||
| 1918 | #593 | ||||
| 1919 | #539 | ||||
| 1920 | #509 | ||||
| 1921 | #511 | ||||
| 1922 | #493 | ||||
| 1923 | #519 | ||||
| 1924 | #532 | ||||
| 1925 | #453 | ||||
| 1926 | #502 | ||||
| 1927 | #480 | ||||
| 1928 | #538 | ||||
| 1929 | #514 | ||||
| 1930 | #498 | ||||
| 1931 | #471 | ||||
| 1932 | #446 | ||||
| 1933 | #467 | ||||
| 1934 | #475 | ||||
| 1935 | #453 | ||||
| 1936 | #459 | ||||
| 1937 | #480 | ||||
| 1938 | #537 | ||||
| 1939 | #512 | ||||
| 1940 | #511 | ||||
| 1941 | #493 | ||||
| 1942 | #548 | ||||
| 1943 | #536 | ||||
| 1944 | #573 | ||||
| 1945 | #597 | ||||
| 1946 | #558 | ||||
| 1947 | #600 | ||||
| 1948 | #607 | ||||
| 1949 | #627 | ||||
| 1950 | #686 | ||||
| 1951 | #640 | ||||
| 1952 | #642 | ||||
| 1953 | #726 | ||||
| 1954 | #745 | ||||
| 1955 | #722 | ||||
| 1956 | #755 | ||||
| 1957 | #758 | ||||
| 1958 | #748 | ||||
| 1959 | #788 | ||||
| 1960 | #798 | ||||
| 1961 | #882 | ||||
| 1962 | #824 | ||||
| 1963 | #831 | ||||
| 1964 | #753 | ||||
| 1966 | #903 | ||||
| 1967 | #778 | ||||
| 1968 | #825 | ||||
| 1969 | #752 | ||||
| 1970 | #849 | ||||
| 1971 | #838 | ||||
| 1972 | #945 | #319 | |||
| 1973 | #965 | ||||
| 1977 | #982 | ||||
| 1981 | #965 | ||||
| 1982 | #928 | ||||
| 1983 | #838 | ||||
| 1984 | #849 | ||||
| 1985 | #782 | ||||
| 1986 | #718 | ||||
| 1987 | #650 | ||||
| 1988 | #645 | ||||
| 1989 | #473 | ||||
| 1990 | #193 | ||||
| 1991 | #136 | #222 | |||
| 1992 | #121 | #183 | |||
| 1993 | #106 | #176 | |||
| 1994 | #85 | #348 | #139 | ||
| 1995 | #87 | #148 | |||
| 1996 | #99 | #189 | |||
| 1997 | #90 | #418 | #313 | #173 | |
| 1998 | #88 | #461 | #164 | ||
| 1999 | #86 | #475 | #181 | ||
| 2000 | #91 | #644 | #181 | ||
| 2001 | #98 | #538 | #197 | ||
| 2002 | #117 | #508 | #266 | ||
| 2003 | #143 | #508 | #284 | ||
| 2004 | #167 | #581 | #344 | ||
| 2005 | #180 | #587 | #551 | #354 | |
| 2006 | #200 | #722 | #517 | ||
| 2007 | #212 | #707 | #429 | ||
| 2008 | #218 | #990 | #496 | ||
| 2009 | #239 | #990 | #486 | ||
| 2010 | #260 | #653 | |||
| 2011 | #276 | #610 | #642 | ||
| 2012 | #285 | #743 | #577 | ||
| 2013 | #310 | #680 | #872 | ||
| 2014 | #312 | #568 | #670 | ||
| 2015 | #328 | #560 | #601 | ||
| 2016 | #328 | #618 | #563 | ||
| 2017 | #371 | #594 | #748 | #609 | |
| 2018 | #397 | #556 | #619 | ||
| 2019 | #445 | #477 | #555 | #550 | |
| 2020 | #464 | #560 | #907 | ||
| 2021 | #519 | #776 | #624 | #500 | |
| 2022 | #516 | #714 | #814 | ||
| 2023 | #513 | #636 | #760 | ||
| 2024 | #433 | #476 | #465 | #661 | |
| 2025 | #448 | #631 | #672 | #717 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Dalton
- Daltun
- Daulton
- D'Alton
Names Similar to Dalton
Nicknames for Dalton
- Dal
- Dalt
- Ton
- D
Famous People Named Dalton
| Dalton Trumbo | American screenwriter and novelist |
| Dalton McGuinty | Former Premier of Ontario, Canada |
| Dalton Grant | British Olympic high jumper |
| Dalton Pompey | Canadian professional baseball player |
| Dalton Hilliard | Former NFL running back |
| Dalton Castle | American professional wrestler |
| Dalton Rapattoni | American singer and American Idol finalist |
| Dalton McGinnis | Australian rugby league player |
| Dalton Sturm | American football quarterback |
| Dalton James | American actor |
| Dalton Prout | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Dalton Philips | Former CEO of Morrisons, a British supermarket chain |
| Dalton Ghetti | Brazilian-born American sculptor known for his pencil tip carvings |
| Dalton Vigh | Brazilian actor |
| Dalton Calford | Canadian paralympic athlete |
| Dalton L. McMichael | American lawyer and politician |
| Dalton M. Ghetti | American sculptor known for his miniature art |
| Dalton Roberts | American political activist and writer |
| Dalton Hengst | American track and field athlete |
Characters Named Dalton
| Dalton Rumba | A character from the animated series "My Big, Big Friend" |
| Dalton Roberts | Days of Our Lives - A character from the soap opera "Days of Our Lives" |
| Dalton Brulay | A character from the book "The Passion of Dolssa" by Julie Berry |
| Dalton Chapman | A character from the TV show "The Middle" |
| Dalton Eddie | A character from the film "Red Dawn" |
| Dalton Daggett | A character from the animated series "The Angry Beavers" |
| Dalton Deschain | A character from the book "The Lesser Dead" by Christopher Buehlman |
| Dalton Brown | A character from the TV series "Deadwood" |
| Dalton Ward | A character from the TV series "Quantico" |
| Dalton Fury | A character from the video game "Call of Duty - Modern Warfare 3" |
| Dalton Wainwright | A character from the film "Don't Hang Up" |
| Dalton Parker | A character from the TV series "Passions" |
| Dalton Reed | A character from the TV series "Charmed" |
| Dalton Voss | A character from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |