Dayton
Dayton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Ditch town or day town.
Origin and history
Dayton is an English place-name and surname turned given name, traditionally derived from Old English roots meaning 'ditch town' or 'day town'. It has been steadily used as a boys' name in the United States since the late 19th century. Today, it remains a recognizable yet moderately uncommon choice for parents who favor place-name and surname styles.
Popularity in the United States
15,759 babies in the United States have been named Dayton since 1880. It ranks #943 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1001.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.2 %)
- CA (6.3 %)
- MO (5.6 %)
- MI (5.4 %)
- OK (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 45 |
| 1890-1900 | 80 |
| 1900-1910 | 54 |
| 1910-1920 | 518 |
| 1920-1930 | 756 |
| 1930-1940 | 609 |
| 1940-1950 | 509 |
| 1950-1960 | 453 |
| 1960-1970 | 339 |
| 1970-1980 | 386 |
| 1980-1990 | 590 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,212 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,782 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,259 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,167 |
Famous people named Dayton
- Dayton Callie: Actor
Fun facts
- Dayton originates from Old English place names such as Deighton, composed of 'dģc' (ditch or dike) and 'tŢn' (enclosure or settlement).
- It is widely recognized as the name of several American cities, most notably Dayton, Ohio, known as the birthplace of aviation.