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Daylon vs Eldon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daylon

Boy #2,250 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"valley settlement"

Origin: Old English (via Dillon/Dale)

Cultural Roots

American Contemporary African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,250
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Eldon

Boy #2,248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Ella's hill, Elli's hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,248
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Daylon Rank #2,250
Eldon Rank #2,248

Eldon is more popular, ranked #2248 vs #2250 for Daylon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daylon or Eldon more popular?

Eldon is more popular, ranked #2248 compared to Daylon at #2250 in the United States.

What do Daylon and Eldon mean?

Daylon means "valley settlement" (Old English (via Dillon/Dale) origin). Eldon means "Ella's hill, Elli's hill" (Old English origin).

Are Daylon and Eldon boy or girl names?

Daylon is primarily a boy name. Eldon is primarily a boy name.

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