Alton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-tun / /ˈæl.tən/Old English; Anglo-Saxon
Meaning
Old English: 'from the old town'; Anglo-Saxon: 'noble town'
Historical & Cultural Background
Alton is derived from Old English elements, indicating a geographical origin. It has been used as a surname and a given name in England. The name reflects a connection to places named Alton, which can be found in various regions of the UK. Its usage as a first name has been more common in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
Alton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Altonn
International Variants
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Famous people named Alton
Alton Brown is a television personality and celebrity chef known for his work on the Food Network.
Alton Ellis was a Jamaican singer and songwriter, often referred to as the 'Godfather of Rocksteady'.
Alton Sterling was a victim of police violence, which sparked protests and discussions about racial justice.
Alton C. Parker was an American politician who ran for President of the United States in 1904.
Fictional characters named Alton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Alton has ranked as high as #357 nationally, which occurred in 1937, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Alton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alton (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 14 |
| 1881 | 11 |
| 1882 | 18 |
| 1883 | 28 |
| 1884 | 16 |
| 1885 | 29 |
| 1886 | 16 |
| 1887 | 15 |
| 1888 | 18 |
| 1889 | 26 |
| 1890 | 21 |
| 1891 | 20 |
| 1892 | 32 |
| 1893 | 24 |
| 1894 | 28 |
| 1895 | 26 |
| 1896 | 31 |
| 1897 | 34 |
| 1898 | 27 |
| 1899 | 33 |
| 1900 | 43 |
| 1901 | 26 |
| 1902 | 37 |
| 1903 | 84 |
| 1904 | 302 |
| 1905 | 164 |
| 1906 | 106 |
| 1907 | 120 |
| 1908 | 119 |
| 1909 | 101 |
| 1910 | 122 |
| 1911 | 156 |
| 1912 | 300 |
| 1913 | 372 |
| 1914 | 419 |
| 1915 | 568 |
| 1916 | 604 |
| 1917 | 604 |
| 1918 | 642 |
| 1919 | 630 |
| 1920 | 683 |
| 1921 | 688 |
| 1922 | 741 |
| 1923 | 676 |
| 1924 | 678 |
| 1925 | 708 |
| 1926 | 778 |
| 1927 | 759 |
| 1928 | 816 |
| 1929 | 716 |
| 1930 | 756 |
| 1931 | 706 |
| 1932 | 717 |
| 1933 | 669 |
| 1934 | 713 |
| 1935 | 699 |
| 1936 | 674 |
| 1937 | 836 |
| 1938 | 765 |
| 1939 | 680 |
| 1940 | 692 |
| 1941 | 636 |
| 1942 | 625 |
| 1943 | 659 |
| 1944 | 643 |
| 1945 | 553 |
| 1946 | 610 |
| 1947 | 659 |
| 1948 | 695 |
| 1949 | 601 |
| 1950 | 635 |
| 1951 | 650 |
| 1952 | 614 |
| 1953 | 604 |
| 1954 | 595 |
| 1955 | 613 |
| 1956 | 601 |
| 1957 | 565 |
| 1958 | 571 |
| 1959 | 540 |
| 1960 | 529 |
| 1961 | 542 |
| 1962 | 476 |
| 1963 | 459 |
| 1964 | 461 |
| 1965 | 403 |
| 1966 | 371 |
| 1967 | 403 |
| 1968 | 379 |
| 1969 | 353 |
| 1970 | 345 |
| 1971 | 363 |
| 1972 | 293 |
| 1973 | 322 |
| 1974 | 276 |
| 1975 | 241 |
| 1976 | 264 |
| 1977 | 273 |
| 1978 | 234 |
| 1979 | 244 |
| 1980 | 251 |
| 1981 | 240 |
| 1982 | 264 |
| 1983 | 238 |
| 1984 | 195 |
| 1985 | 207 |
| 1986 | 189 |
| 1987 | 191 |
| 1988 | 242 |
| 1989 | 194 |
| 1990 | 210 |
| 1991 | 221 |
| 1992 | 183 |
| 1993 | 181 |
| 1994 | 161 |
| 1995 | 152 |
| 1996 | 136 |
| 1997 | 147 |
| 1998 | 165 |
| 1999 | 128 |
| 2000 | 136 |
| 2001 | 111 |
| 2002 | 156 |
| 2003 | 156 |
| 2004 | 147 |
| 2005 | 135 |
| 2006 | 148 |
| 2007 | 165 |
| 2008 | 162 |
| 2009 | 150 |
| 2010 | 122 |
| 2011 | 131 |
| 2012 | 166 |
| 2013 | 152 |
| 2014 | 162 |
| 2015 | 147 |
| 2016 | 148 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2018 | 132 |
| 2019 | 133 |
| 2020 | 92 |
| 2021 | 137 |
| 2022 | 86 |
| 2023 | 101 |
| 2024 | 110 |