Nickolas 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

Nickolas Rank #1,548
Dayton Rank #1,190

Dayton is more popular, ranked #1190 vs #1548 for Nickolas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nickolas or Dayton more popular?

Dayton is more popular, ranked #1190 compared to Nickolas at #1548 in the United States.

What do Nickolas and Dayton mean?

Nickolas means "victory of the people" (Greek (nike + laos) origin). Dayton means "bright settlement, day town" (Old English origin).

Are Nickolas and Dayton boy or girl names?

Nickolas is primarily a boy name. Dayton is primarily a boy name.

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