Daulton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daulton originates from Middle English, meaning 'Town of David'. It evolved from the Old English name 'Dāwið' through various historical forms. The name is not directly referenced in biblical texts but carries connotations of heritage and strength. It gained popularity as a surname in medieval England before becoming a given name, and it is currently viewed as modern and unique.
The name Daulton is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daulton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Daulton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5260th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1901st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2317th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7547th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Daulton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daulton"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔːltən/
Origin
Middle English
Etymology
Daulton is derived from a surname that originated from the Old English personal name 'Daw', which is a diminutive form of David, combined with the suffix '-ton', meaning 'town' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
Town of David
Language Evolution
Old English: Dāwið, Middle English: Dawel, Modern English: Daulton
Historical Usage
Daulton gained popularity as a surname in England during the Middle Ages and has transitioned into a given name in more recent times.
Variants & Derivatives
Dalton, Dawton, Dault
Modern Popularity & Image
Daulton is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and a connection to heritage.
Famous People
Daulton Jefferies, professional baseball player, Daulton Varsho, professional baseball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daulton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Daulton"
"Daulton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5260th of 7545 | 26 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1901st of 16616 | 596 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2317th of 24088 | 803 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7547th of 23106 | 123 |
Regional Popularity of "Daulton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.36% 1266th/3685 |
30.28% 1355th/4475 |
26.40% 1371st/5194 |
42.17% 2664th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.95% 1922nd/4582 |
33.46% 1728th/5164 |
35.13% 2569th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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68.73% 3084th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Daulton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Daulton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daulton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.