Morton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOR-tun / ˈmɔːrtənEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: 'from the town by the moor'; Scottish: 'son of the moor'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Morton has roots in both English and Scottish cultures, often associated with geographical locations. It has been used as a surname and a given name, reflecting a connection to land and heritage. Morton is also linked to various places in the UK, which may have contributed to its popularity as a name.
Trend Summary
Morton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mort
- Morten
International Variants
- Morton (English)
- Morton (Scottish)
Famous people named Morton
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Fictional characters named Morton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Morton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Morton has ranked as high as #503 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Morton has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Morton (1966)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 16 |
| 1881 | 14 |
| 1882 | 23 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 11 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 18 |
| 1888 | 53 |
| 1889 | 36 |
| 1890 | 31 |
| 1891 | 15 |
| 1892 | 27 |
| 1893 | 20 |
| 1894 | 27 |
| 1895 | 23 |
| 1896 | 18 |
| 1897 | 14 |
| 1898 | 13 |
| 1899 | 11 |
| 1900 | 13 |
| 1901 | 10 |
| 1902 | 15 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1904 | 19 |
| 1905 | 25 |
| 1906 | 31 |
| 1907 | 36 |
| 1908 | 27 |
| 1909 | 25 |
| 1910 | 40 |
| 1911 | 73 |
| 1912 | 137 |
| 1913 | 185 |
| 1914 | 233 |
| 1915 | 286 |
| 1916 | 320 |
| 1917 | 343 |
| 1918 | 397 |
| 1919 | 377 |
| 1920 | 435 |
| 1921 | 461 |
| 1922 | 460 |
| 1923 | 482 |
| 1924 | 472 |
| 1925 | 414 |
| 1926 | 443 |
| 1927 | 409 |
| 1928 | 371 |
| 1929 | 388 |
| 1930 | 367 |
| 1931 | 405 |
| 1932 | 402 |
| 1933 | 331 |
| 1934 | 310 |
| 1935 | 310 |
| 1936 | 275 |
| 1937 | 218 |
| 1938 | 198 |
| 1939 | 141 |
| 1940 | 132 |
| 1941 | 118 |
| 1942 | 118 |
| 1943 | 119 |
| 1944 | 94 |
| 1945 | 108 |
| 1946 | 94 |
| 1947 | 96 |
| 1948 | 62 |
| 1949 | 68 |
| 1950 | 55 |
| 1951 | 55 |
| 1952 | 44 |
| 1953 | 50 |
| 1954 | 53 |
| 1955 | 33 |
| 1956 | 38 |
| 1957 | 40 |
| 1958 | 38 |
| 1959 | 32 |
| 1960 | 32 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1962 | 36 |
| 1963 | 29 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 25 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |