Barton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBAR-tun / /ˈbɑːrtən/English; Old English
Meaning
From the barley town; Barley settlement
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Barton is derived from Old English elements meaning 'barley' and 'town'. It has been used as a surname and a given name in England. The name is often associated with various places named Barton across the UK, indicating a geographical origin. It has been in use since the Middle Ages and has historical significance in English naming conventions.
Trend Summary
The name Barton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a decline in usage over recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bart
- Barty
International Variants
- Barton (English)
Famous people named Barton
Barton Fink was a fictional character in the Coen Brothers' film of the same name, known for being a troubled playwright.
Barton Gellman is an American journalist and author, recognized for his investigative reporting and coverage of national security.
Barton Hall is a notable American architect known for his contributions to modern architecture.
Barton K. Y. Wong is a prominent scientist in the field of molecular biology.
Fictional characters named Barton
Barton Fink is a character in the film 'Barton Fink', a playwright struggling with writer's block.
Barton the Brave is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his heroic antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Barton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Barton has ranked as high as #904 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Barton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Barton (2019)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 5 |
1881 | 7 |
1882 | 15 |
1883 | 8 |
1884 | 8 |
1885 | 8 |
1886 | 10 |
1887 | 8 |
1888 | 18 |
1889 | 8 |
1890 | 8 |
1891 | 8 |
1892 | 15 |
1893 | 8 |
1894 | 6 |
1896 | 7 |
1897 | 10 |
1898 | 5 |
1900 | 10 |
1902 | 7 |
1903 | 6 |
1904 | 9 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 14 |
1907 | 6 |
1908 | 10 |
1910 | 7 |
1911 | 13 |
1912 | 17 |
1913 | 33 |
1914 | 42 |
1915 | 46 |
1916 | 49 |
1917 | 61 |
1918 | 63 |
1919 | 43 |
1920 | 63 |
1921 | 74 |
1922 | 72 |
1923 | 70 |
1924 | 76 |
1925 | 74 |
1926 | 60 |
1927 | 65 |
1928 | 75 |
1929 | 63 |
1930 | 64 |
1931 | 71 |
1932 | 68 |
1933 | 76 |
1934 | 82 |
1935 | 70 |
1936 | 98 |
1937 | 110 |
1938 | 97 |
1939 | 120 |
1940 | 115 |
1941 | 132 |
1942 | 135 |
1943 | 145 |
1944 | 116 |
1945 | 110 |
1946 | 125 |
1947 | 171 |
1948 | 154 |
1949 | 168 |
1950 | 177 |
1951 | 158 |
1952 | 150 |
1953 | 154 |
1954 | 161 |
1955 | 188 |
1956 | 176 |
1957 | 147 |
1958 | 230 |
1959 | 242 |
1960 | 245 |
1961 | 208 |
1962 | 214 |
1963 | 218 |
1964 | 189 |
1965 | 174 |
1966 | 171 |
1967 | 138 |
1968 | 165 |
1969 | 156 |
1970 | 147 |
1971 | 126 |
1972 | 123 |
1973 | 105 |
1974 | 99 |
1975 | 88 |
1976 | 89 |
1977 | 89 |
1978 | 74 |
1979 | 76 |
1980 | 88 |
1981 | 80 |
1982 | 69 |
1983 | 67 |
1984 | 69 |
1985 | 75 |
1986 | 71 |
1987 | 53 |
1988 | 62 |
1989 | 57 |
1990 | 47 |
1991 | 32 |
1992 | 39 |
1993 | 23 |
1994 | 22 |
1995 | 15 |
1996 | 18 |
1997 | 8 |
1998 | 14 |
1999 | 17 |
2000 | 17 |
2001 | 13 |
2002 | 15 |
2003 | 15 |
2004 | 8 |
2005 | 9 |
2006 | 12 |
2007 | 7 |
2008 | 9 |
2009 | 12 |
2010 | 5 |
2011 | 8 |
2012 | 8 |
2013 | 12 |
2014 | 5 |
2015 | 5 |
2016 | 17 |
2017 | 10 |
2018 | 13 |
2019 | 12 |
2020 | 7 |
2021 | 6 |
2022 | 6 |
2024 | 5 |