Dave vs Walton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walton

Boy #3,320 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"town in the forest (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,320
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Walt, Wally, Tony

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dave Rank #2,019
Walton Rank #3,320

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 vs #3320 for Walton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dave ___

  • Dave James
  • Dave Michael
  • Dave Thomas
  • Dave William
  • Dave Paul
  • Dave Allen

Walton ___

  • Walton James
  • Walton Lee
  • Walton Ray
  • Walton Dean
  • Walton Scott
  • Walton Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dave

Mark Paul John Linda Carol

If you choose Walton

Eleanor Beatrice Chester Ellsworth Mabel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dave or Walton more popular?

Dave is more popular, ranked #2019 compared to Walton at #3320 in the United States.

What do Dave and Walton mean?

Dave means "uncle" (Hebrew origin). Walton means "town in the forest (alternate etymology)" (Old English origin).

Are Dave and Walton boy or girl names?

Dave is primarily a boy name. Walton is primarily a boy name.

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