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Dalton vs Jensen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dalton Rank #433
Jensen Rank #328

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 vs #433 for Dalton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalton or Jensen more popular?

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do Dalton and Jensen mean?

Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Dalton and Jensen boy or girl names?

Dalton is primarily a boy name. Jensen is primarily a boy name.

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