Dalton vs Damon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damon

Boy #456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
686
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dalton Rank #433
Damon Rank #456

Dalton is more popular, ranked #433 vs #456 for Damon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalton or Damon more popular?

Dalton is more popular, ranked #433 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Dalton and Damon mean?

Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Dalton and Damon boy or girl names?

Dalton is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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