Lenton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEN-tun / /ˈlɛntən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: from the town by the river; Old English: 'lenton' refers to a spring or a stream
Historical & Cultural Background
Lenton is a name derived from Old English, often associated with place names in England. It is linked to locations that feature the element 'ton,' meaning town or settlement. The name may also reflect geographical features, such as rivers or streams, which were significant in early English settlements. Lenton is less common as a first name and is more frequently found as a surname.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lenton was first seen in the United States in 1913. Lenton has ranked as high as #875 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Lenton has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lenton (1954)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |