Daylon vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daylon

Boy #2,250 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"valley settlement"

Origin: Old English (via Dillon/Dale)

Cultural Roots

American Contemporary African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,250
Total SSA Count
64
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Day, Daye

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Daylon Rank #2,250
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #2250 for Daylon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Daylon ___

  • Daylon James
  • Daylon Lee
  • Daylon Reese
  • Daylon Scott
  • Daylon Andre
  • Daylon Michael

Theodore ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daylon or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Daylon at #2250 in the United States.

What do Daylon and Theodore mean?

Daylon means "valley settlement" (Old English (via Dillon/Dale) origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Daylon and Theodore boy or girl names?

Daylon is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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