Moulton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOL-ton / ˈmoʊltənEnglish; Old English
Meaning
from the mill town
Historical & Cultural Background
Moulton is a surname of English origin, derived from places named Moulton in England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words 'mūl' meaning 'mill' and 'tun' meaning 'town or settlement'. It reflects the historical significance of milling in local economies. The name has been used as a given name in some contexts, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Moulton has not been widely popular as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moulton was first seen in the United States in 1920. Moulton has ranked as high as #884 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Moulton has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1920 | 6 |
1928 | 6 |