Thornton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHOR-tun / /ˈθɔːr.tən/English; Old Norse
Meaning
English: thorn bush; Old Norse: from the town of Thor
Historical & Cultural Background
Thornton is a surname that has transitioned into a given name. It is derived from Old English and Old Norse elements, indicating a geographical origin. The name has been used in various regions, particularly in England, where it is associated with several places named Thornton. It reflects a connection to nature and the landscape.
Trend Summary
Thornton has seen limited popularity as a given name in the United States.
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Famous people named Thornton
Thornton Wilder was an American playwright and novelist, known for works such as 'Our Town' and 'The Skin of Our Teeth'.
Thornton Dial was an American artist recognized for his contributions to the contemporary art movement.
Fictional characters named Thornton
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thornton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Thornton has ranked as high as #809 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Virginia, Texas, New York, Alabama, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Thornton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thornton (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 10 |
| 1882 | 17 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 17 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1888 | 19 |
| 1889 | 17 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 11 |
| 1893 | 12 |
| 1894 | 11 |
| 1895 | 12 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 17 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 17 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 20 |
| 1911 | 19 |
| 1912 | 31 |
| 1913 | 43 |
| 1914 | 43 |
| 1915 | 64 |
| 1916 | 58 |
| 1917 | 54 |
| 1918 | 51 |
| 1919 | 55 |
| 1920 | 68 |
| 1921 | 75 |
| 1922 | 71 |
| 1923 | 54 |
| 1924 | 67 |
| 1925 | 50 |
| 1926 | 46 |
| 1927 | 41 |
| 1928 | 50 |
| 1929 | 29 |
| 1930 | 47 |
| 1931 | 34 |
| 1932 | 46 |
| 1933 | 27 |
| 1934 | 27 |
| 1935 | 37 |
| 1936 | 27 |
| 1937 | 33 |
| 1938 | 37 |
| 1939 | 37 |
| 1940 | 34 |
| 1941 | 32 |
| 1942 | 44 |
| 1943 | 46 |
| 1944 | 33 |
| 1945 | 33 |
| 1946 | 37 |
| 1947 | 44 |
| 1948 | 35 |
| 1949 | 32 |
| 1950 | 39 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 36 |
| 1953 | 38 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 30 |
| 1957 | 30 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |