Melton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEL-tun / /ˈmɛltən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'mill town'; Old English: 'from the mill town'
Historical & Cultural Background
Melton is derived from Old English elements meaning 'mill' and 'town'. It is often associated with various places in England, particularly in Leicestershire and Suffolk. The name reflects the historical significance of milling in local economies. It has been used as a surname and a given name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Melton has seen limited use as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melton was first seen in the United States in 1882. Melton has ranked as high as #804 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Louisiana, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Melton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melton (1968)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1888 | 15 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 22 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 32 |
| 1913 | 33 |
| 1914 | 33 |
| 1915 | 51 |
| 1916 | 63 |
| 1917 | 55 |
| 1918 | 49 |
| 1919 | 69 |
| 1920 | 63 |
| 1921 | 80 |
| 1922 | 78 |
| 1923 | 67 |
| 1924 | 77 |
| 1925 | 59 |
| 1926 | 73 |
| 1927 | 68 |
| 1928 | 65 |
| 1929 | 56 |
| 1930 | 66 |
| 1931 | 66 |
| 1932 | 78 |
| 1933 | 68 |
| 1934 | 63 |
| 1935 | 68 |
| 1936 | 72 |
| 1937 | 77 |
| 1938 | 58 |
| 1939 | 64 |
| 1940 | 70 |
| 1941 | 64 |
| 1942 | 76 |
| 1943 | 73 |
| 1944 | 78 |
| 1945 | 72 |
| 1946 | 69 |
| 1947 | 71 |
| 1948 | 71 |
| 1949 | 66 |
| 1950 | 70 |
| 1951 | 58 |
| 1952 | 61 |
| 1953 | 61 |
| 1954 | 65 |
| 1955 | 48 |
| 1956 | 62 |
| 1957 | 65 |
| 1958 | 61 |
| 1959 | 43 |
| 1960 | 54 |
| 1961 | 39 |
| 1962 | 47 |
| 1963 | 46 |
| 1964 | 47 |
| 1965 | 43 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 41 |
| 1968 | 37 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 35 |
| 1971 | 39 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 20 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |