Alton
BoyAlton is a boy's name of English (Old English) origin meaning "From an English place name meaning town at the source of the river.". It is pronounced AWL-tun. Today it is a popular name (popularity 93/100).
English (Old English) origin · /AWL-tun/ · classic
Meaning: From an English place name meaning town at the source of the river.
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Most popular in the 1930s.
Today, Alton is one of the most common baby names (popularity 93/100).
Frequently asked questions about Alton
What does Alton mean?
Alton means "From an English place name meaning town at the source of the river.". It is of English (Old English) origin.
Is Alton a boy or girl name?
Alton is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Alton?
Alton is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 93/100. It was most popular in the 1930s.
How is Alton pronounced?
Alton is pronounced AWL-tun.
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