Dayton Name Meaning
The name Dayton comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Dayton below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Dayton Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname which was derived from a place name which possibly meant either "dairy town" or "ditch town" in Old English.
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What does the name Dayton mean?
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