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Mark vs Dalton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mark Rank #246
Dalton Rank #433

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #433 for Dalton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Dalton more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do Mark and Dalton mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin).

Are Mark and Dalton boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Dalton is primarily a boy name.

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