Dayton vs Reginald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dayton

Boy #1,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright settlement, day town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,190
Total SSA Count
173
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dayton Rank #1,190
Reginald Rank #1,181

Reginald is more popular, ranked #1181 vs #1190 for Dayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dayton or Reginald more popular?

Reginald is more popular, ranked #1181 compared to Dayton at #1190 in the United States.

What do Dayton and Reginald mean?

Dayton means "bright settlement, day town" (Old English origin). Reginald means "counsel, power" (Germanic origin).

Are Dayton and Reginald boy or girl names?

Dayton is primarily a boy name. Reginald is primarily a boy name.

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