Dayton
boy name#1097 in 2025Dayton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #486 in 2008, ranks #1097 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1097
rank today
#486
peak (2008)
195
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #736 |
| 1890s | #804 |
| 1900s | #978 |
| 1910s | #770 |
| 1920s | #759 |
| 1930s | #801 |
| 1940s | #932 |
| 1950s | #1114 |
| 1960s | #1347 |
| 1970s | #1437 |
| 1980s | #1272 |
| 1990s | #755 |
| 2000s | #517 |
| 2010s | #745 |
| 2020s | #1095 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dayton has been most popular in TX, CA, MI.
Living bearers
About 13,000 people named Dayton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dayton alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dayton in 2025?
- Dayton ranks #1097 among US boy names in 2025, with 195 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dayton most popular?
- Dayton peaked in 2008, reaching #486 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dayton with classmates?
- Dayton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Dayton and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle