Dalton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Dal

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Popularity Comparison

Dalton Rank #433
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #433 for Dalton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dalton ___

  • Dalton James
  • Dalton Lee
  • Dalton Ray
  • Dalton Thomas
  • Dalton Wayne
  • Dalton Scott

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dalton

Colton Clayton Payton Savannah Brooklyn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dalton at #433 in the United States.

What do Dalton and Theodore mean?

Dalton means "from the valley town" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dalton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dalton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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