Charlton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHARL-tun / /ˈtʃɑːrl.tən/English; Old English
Meaning
Old English: 'free peasant' or 'town of the free men'
Historical & Cultural Background
Charlton is derived from Old English elements, with 'ceorl' meaning 'free man' and 'tun' meaning 'settlement' or 'town'. The name has been used as a surname and a given name in England. It is also associated with various places named Charlton in England, which further emphasizes its geographical significance. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries.
Trend Summary
Charlton has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable increase in use during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Charleton
- Charlton
International Variants
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Famous people named Charlton
Charlton Heston was an American actor and political activist known for his roles in classic films such as 'Ben-Hur' and 'The Ten Commandments'.
Charlton Athletic is a professional football club based in Charlton, London, known for its rich history in English football.
Fictional characters named Charlton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Charlton was first seen in the United States in 1888. Charlton has ranked as high as #1040 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in South Carolina, Georgia, California, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Charlton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Charlton (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 24 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 32 |
| 1954 | 45 |
| 1955 | 46 |
| 1956 | 46 |
| 1957 | 44 |
| 1958 | 52 |
| 1959 | 60 |
| 1960 | 45 |
| 1961 | 52 |
| 1962 | 51 |
| 1963 | 52 |
| 1964 | 60 |
| 1965 | 42 |
| 1966 | 43 |
| 1967 | 49 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 40 |
| 1970 | 59 |
| 1971 | 82 |
| 1972 | 49 |
| 1973 | 46 |
| 1974 | 59 |
| 1975 | 76 |
| 1976 | 44 |
| 1977 | 58 |
| 1978 | 39 |
| 1979 | 49 |
| 1980 | 53 |
| 1981 | 46 |
| 1982 | 45 |
| 1983 | 45 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 60 |
| 1987 | 53 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 57 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 8 |