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King vs Dalton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Dalton

Boy #433 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the valley town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#433
Total SSA Count
729
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Dalton Rank #433

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #433 for Dalton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Dalton more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do King and Dalton mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin).

Are King and Dalton boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Dalton is primarily a boy name.

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