Dalton vs Kian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dalton

Boy #433 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the valley town"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

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Dalton Rank #433

Kian Rank #417

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 vs #433 for Dalton.

Is Dalton or Kian more popular?

Kian is more popular, ranked #417 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do Dalton and Kian mean?

Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin).

Are Dalton and Kian boy or girl names?

Dalton is primarily a boy name. Kian is primarily a boy name.