Fenton
BoyFenton is a boy's name of English origin meaning "Marsh settlement, from the Old English fen (marsh) and tun (settlement).". It is pronounced FEN-tun. Today it is an uncommon name (popularity 57/100).
English origin · /FEN-tun/ · classic
Meaning: Marsh settlement, from the Old English fen (marsh) and tun (settlement).
Insights
Most popular in the 1920s.
Today, Fenton is an uncommon name (popularity 57/100).
Frequently asked questions about Fenton
What does Fenton mean?
Fenton means "Marsh settlement, from the Old English fen (marsh) and tun (settlement).". It is of English origin.
Is Fenton a boy or girl name?
Fenton is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Fenton?
Fenton is an uncommon name, with a popularity score of 57/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.
How is Fenton pronounced?
Fenton is pronounced FEN-tun.
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