Elton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-ton / ˈɛltənEnglish; Old English
Meaning
Old English: 'Ella's town'; English: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elton has roots in Old English, derived from 'Ella's town' or 'noble'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the fame of musician Elton John. The name is often associated with a sense of sophistication and creativity. It has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and music.
Trend Summary
The name Elton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks during the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elton
International Variants
- Elton (English)
Famous people named Elton
Elton John is a renowned British musician and composer known for his impactful contributions to pop music.
Elton Brand is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA and is now an executive.
Elton Mayo was an Australian psychologist known for his studies on human relations in the workplace.
Elton J. Smith is a notable American author recognized for his works in children's literature.
Fictional characters named Elton
Elton is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Elton is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a merchant.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elton has ranked as high as #542 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Texas, North Carolina, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Elton has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elton (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 14 |
| 1882 | 20 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1884 | 14 |
| 1886 | 12 |
| 1887 | 20 |
| 1888 | 16 |
| 1889 | 19 |
| 1890 | 16 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 18 |
| 1893 | 23 |
| 1894 | 16 |
| 1895 | 16 |
| 1896 | 17 |
| 1897 | 16 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 21 |
| 1900 | 39 |
| 1901 | 19 |
| 1902 | 26 |
| 1903 | 38 |
| 1904 | 28 |
| 1905 | 37 |
| 1906 | 35 |
| 1907 | 37 |
| 1908 | 48 |
| 1909 | 61 |
| 1910 | 46 |
| 1911 | 65 |
| 1912 | 134 |
| 1913 | 154 |
| 1914 | 236 |
| 1915 | 317 |
| 1916 | 322 |
| 1917 | 320 |
| 1918 | 318 |
| 1919 | 330 |
| 1920 | 394 |
| 1921 | 385 |
| 1922 | 356 |
| 1923 | 353 |
| 1924 | 381 |
| 1925 | 324 |
| 1926 | 324 |
| 1927 | 386 |
| 1928 | 330 |
| 1929 | 302 |
| 1930 | 304 |
| 1931 | 283 |
| 1932 | 297 |
| 1933 | 291 |
| 1934 | 311 |
| 1935 | 260 |
| 1936 | 251 |
| 1937 | 234 |
| 1938 | 250 |
| 1939 | 234 |
| 1940 | 237 |
| 1941 | 216 |
| 1942 | 215 |
| 1943 | 257 |
| 1944 | 257 |
| 1945 | 220 |
| 1946 | 222 |
| 1947 | 234 |
| 1948 | 231 |
| 1949 | 232 |
| 1950 | 209 |
| 1951 | 273 |
| 1952 | 240 |
| 1953 | 292 |
| 1954 | 294 |
| 1955 | 281 |
| 1956 | 284 |
| 1957 | 307 |
| 1958 | 281 |
| 1959 | 263 |
| 1960 | 239 |
| 1961 | 209 |
| 1962 | 214 |
| 1963 | 176 |
| 1964 | 176 |
| 1965 | 173 |
| 1966 | 131 |
| 1967 | 115 |
| 1968 | 109 |
| 1969 | 88 |
| 1970 | 124 |
| 1971 | 153 |
| 1972 | 167 |
| 1973 | 189 |
| 1974 | 250 |
| 1975 | 285 |
| 1976 | 217 |
| 1977 | 179 |
| 1978 | 154 |
| 1979 | 126 |
| 1980 | 132 |
| 1981 | 123 |
| 1982 | 138 |
| 1983 | 115 |
| 1984 | 118 |
| 1985 | 97 |
| 1986 | 89 |
| 1987 | 88 |
| 1988 | 87 |
| 1989 | 90 |
| 1990 | 117 |
| 1991 | 81 |
| 1992 | 89 |
| 1993 | 86 |
| 1994 | 64 |
| 1995 | 69 |
| 1996 | 79 |
| 1997 | 82 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 68 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 81 |
| 2005 | 65 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 56 |
| 2011 | 61 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 66 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 80 |
| 2020 | 90 |
| 2021 | 111 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 69 |
| 2024 | 72 |