Dahlton first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Dahlton has been for the last 22 years (from 1992 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Dahlton

From German, meaning "town or village in the valley".

Popularity of Dahlton by gender

Based on the last 22 years of data, Dahlton is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dahlton.

Year Male Count Female Count
2013 5 0
2008 6 0
2004 8 0
2003 5 0
2002 5 0
2001 6 0
2000 11 0
1999 7 0
1998 7 0
1997 13 0
1996 8 0
1995 11 0
1994 8 0
1993 9 0
1992 6 0

The history of the first name Dahlton

The name Dahlton is a relatively modern name with no clear historical origins or derivations. It does not appear to have any specific cultural or linguistic roots, and its meaning is not well-documented.

There are no known ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records that mention the name Dahlton. It is likely a more recent invention, possibly created by combining elements of other names or words.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Dahlton are quite recent, with no documented usage before the 20th century. There are no famous historical figures or notable individuals from previous eras who are known to have been named Dahlton.

In the modern era, there are a few individuals who have been given the name Dahlton, but they are not widely recognized public figures. Dahlton Wilkerson, born in 1982, is a former American football player who played in the National Football League. Dahlton Groveman, born in 1975, is an author and journalist based in California. Dahlton Freemont, born in 1968, is a business executive and entrepreneur in the technology industry.

Beyond these few contemporary examples, the name Dahlton does not have a rich historical background or any well-documented meanings or associations. Its origins and significance remain largely obscure and open to interpretation.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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