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Dalton

“from the valley town”

About the name Dalton

Dalton is an English name derived from a surname that means ‘from the valley town’. It has historical roots in England, where it was used to denote someone from a specific place. The name has been borne by various notable figures, including Dalton Trumbo, an American screenwriter and novelist.

Meaning
from the valley town
Origin
English
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
DAL-ton(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Daltan
  • Daulton

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Middle names for Dalton

  • Dalton James
  • Dalton Alexander
  • Dalton Michael
  • Dalton Thomas
  • Dalton Eli

Questions about Dalton

What does Dalton mean?
Dalton is an English name meaning "from the valley town".
How do you pronounce Dalton?
Dalton is pronounced DAL-ton, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Dalton?
Variants of Dalton include Daltan, Daulton.

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