Daulton Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAWL-ton //ˈdɔːltən//
Origin: English; Scottish
Meaning: English: settlement in the valley; Scottish: from the town in the valley
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daulton is of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Daldun," which itself is a combination of the elements "dæl," meaning "valley," and "dūn," meaning "hill." This etymological root reflects a geographical significance, often denoting a person who lived near or in a valley by a hill. The transition of the name into its modern form likely occurred through various linguistic evolutions, including Middle English influences, before settling into the contemporary spelling of Daulton in the English language.
Historically, names similar to Daulton can be traced back to the medieval period, where they were often used to denote familial lineage or geographical origin. The name may have been borne by various individuals in England during the Middle Ages, although specific historical figures are less documented.
The use of surnames became more common in England around the 12th century, and it is plausible that Daulton emerged as a surname during this time, eventually evolving into a given name. Culturally, names associated with natural features, such as valleys and hills, have often been imbued with symbolic meanings, representing stability, strength, and a connection to the land.
This connection to the earth and landscape has contributed to the endurance of such names through generations. Daulton, while not as widely recognized as some other names, carries with it a sense of place and heritage, reflecting the historical and geographical context of its origins.
The name may also have variations or diminutives, such as Dalton, which share similar roots and meanings, further enriching its historical tapestry.
Famous people named Daulton
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Daulton Jefferies is a professional baseball player best known for playing as a pitcher for the Oakland Athletics.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daulton was first seen in the United States in 1916.
Daulton has ranked as high as #1059 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Florida, Ohio, Texas, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Daulton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Daulton is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Daulton was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Daulton (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Daulton.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2008 | 40 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2003 | 45 |
| 2002 | 51 |
| 2001 | 57 |
| 2000 | 69 |
| 1999 | 89 |
| 1998 | 105 |
| 1997 | 129 |
| 1996 | 117 |
| 1995 | 114 |
| 1994 | 178 |
| 1993 | 116 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1916 | 5 |