Kellen vs Dayton

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

Kellen Rank #1,031
Dayton Rank #1,190

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1190 for Dayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellen or Dayton more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Dayton at #1190 in the United States.

What do Kellen and Dayton mean?

Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin). Dayton means "bright settlement, day town" (Old English origin).

Are Kellen and Dayton boy or girl names?

Kellen is primarily a boy name. Dayton is primarily a boy name.

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