Morton
BoyMorton is a boy's name of Old English origin meaning "From mor (moor) and tun (settlement), meaning from the moor settlement.". It is pronounced MOR-ten. Today it is a popular name (popularity 86/100) and fading.
Old English origin · /MOR-ten/ · classic
Meaning: From mor (moor) and tun (settlement), meaning from the moor settlement.
Insights
Most popular in the 1920s.
Today, Morton is a popular, familiar name (popularity 86/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Morton
What does Morton mean?
Morton means "From mor (moor) and tun (settlement), meaning from the moor settlement.". It is of Old English origin.
Is Morton a boy or girl name?
Morton is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Morton?
Morton is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 86/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.
How is Morton pronounced?
Morton is pronounced MOR-ten.
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