Declining since 1999.
Popularity of Dalten since 1991
Babies named Dalten per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 119 |
| 2000s | 168 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Dalten is a modern American coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1991. It peaked in 1999 with modest use, then began a steady decline, a trajectory that continued through the latest year, 2025, when the name did not rank in the top 1000. Though the exact inspiration is unknown, the name likely draws on the surname Dalton, combining the Old English elements for 'valley' and 'town.' Its creative spelling adds a distinctive touch, fitting a broader trend of surname-style first names. Dalten has not been associated with a top state or significant regional concentration, underscoring its status as a rare but recognizable choice.
Dalten appears to be a modern coinage, likely inspired by the surname Dalton (from Old English dæl 'valley' and tun 'enclosure, settlement') with a spelling variation. It emerged in the United States in the 1990s, first recorded in 1991, and saw modest use, peaking in 1999. The name has since declined in popularity, reflecting a trend for invented or modified surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dal, Dalt
Sibling names for Dalten
Names that share Dalten's style, for a brother or sister.
