Dalton

Male

Meaning

From The Valley Town

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈdɔltən/

Traits associated with the name Dalton:

Dogs named Dalton tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Dalton?

Naming your dog Dalton may suggest that you have an appreciation for classic names, or that you have a fondness for the character Dalton from the movie Road House. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the name Dalton, perhaps because it is a family name.

Is Dalton a good dog name?

Dalton has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Dalton isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,447
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
1,910
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Dalton is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Dalton was, in the past month, the 1174th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Dalton is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Dalton was viewed 67 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Dalton's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Dalton is most adored in Missouri, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Tennessee, Maryland and Delaware.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dalton.

Most popular breeds named Dalton:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Boxer
  3. Labrador Retriever
  4. Beagle
  5. English Springer Spaniel

Dalton is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Associated with a town in England and a famous British scientist.

Dog names like Dalton:

Dear Friend
Right-handed, skilled
From the people's meadow
Son Of Richard
Dark Skinned Warrior
Sandwich-loving character.
Dalton dog name meaning

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