Shafton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAF-ton / ˈʃæf.tənEnglish
Meaning
From the sheep farm
Historical & Cultural Background
Shafton is a name of English origin, often associated with geographical locations. It is derived from Old English elements, where 'sceap' means sheep and 'tun' means farm or settlement. The name may have been used to denote someone who lived near or worked on a sheep farm. It is relatively uncommon and has not been widely adopted in modern naming trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shafton was first seen in the United States in 1972. Shafton has ranked as high as #1085 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Shafton has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |