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Current rank (2025)#1097
Babies named Dayton in 2025195
Total recorded16,393
Peak year2008 (568 babies)
Highest rank ever#486
Years in records1880–2025 (139 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 6207 spots

Frequently asked about Dayton

What does the name Dayton mean?
Dayton means “Settlement in the valley” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Dayton?
Dayton has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Settlement in the valley”.
How popular is Dayton?
Dayton ranked #1097 in 2025 — given to 195 babies that year.
When was Dayton most popular?
Dayton peaked in 2008 with 568 babies registered that year.
Is Dayton a boy or girl name?
Dayton is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Daytons in registered births are male.
Is the name Dayton rising or falling in popularity?
Dayton has risen 6207 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7304 in 2020 to #1097 in 2025.
How long has Dayton been recorded?
Dayton appears in birth records across 139 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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