Shelton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHEL-tun / /ˈʃɛltən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: from the town by the ledge; Old English: 'shelf town'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shelton has roots in Old English, referring to a geographical feature. It was originally a surname before becoming a given name. Shelton is often associated with various places in England, indicating a connection to land and locality. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Shelton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shelton
International Variants
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Famous people named Shelton
Shelton Benjamin is a professional wrestler known for his time in WWE.
Shelton Moore is a notable American football player.
Shelton Smith is an accomplished author known for his works in contemporary fiction.
Fictional characters named Shelton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shelton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Shelton has ranked as high as #913 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Shelton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shelton (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1882 | 10 |
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 11 |
| 1905 | 14 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 18 |
| 1909 | 16 |
| 1910 | 26 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 23 |
| 1913 | 36 |
| 1914 | 51 |
| 1915 | 58 |
| 1916 | 45 |
| 1917 | 77 |
| 1918 | 78 |
| 1919 | 77 |
| 1920 | 79 |
| 1921 | 84 |
| 1922 | 78 |
| 1923 | 62 |
| 1924 | 98 |
| 1925 | 81 |
| 1926 | 72 |
| 1927 | 85 |
| 1928 | 66 |
| 1929 | 72 |
| 1930 | 67 |
| 1931 | 53 |
| 1932 | 74 |
| 1933 | 72 |
| 1934 | 77 |
| 1935 | 97 |
| 1936 | 94 |
| 1937 | 115 |
| 1938 | 91 |
| 1939 | 94 |
| 1940 | 100 |
| 1941 | 119 |
| 1942 | 103 |
| 1943 | 101 |
| 1944 | 106 |
| 1945 | 106 |
| 1946 | 88 |
| 1947 | 121 |
| 1948 | 132 |
| 1949 | 131 |
| 1950 | 124 |
| 1951 | 124 |
| 1952 | 125 |
| 1953 | 129 |
| 1954 | 127 |
| 1955 | 147 |
| 1956 | 150 |
| 1957 | 130 |
| 1958 | 161 |
| 1959 | 144 |
| 1960 | 147 |
| 1961 | 141 |
| 1962 | 142 |
| 1963 | 151 |
| 1964 | 155 |
| 1965 | 156 |
| 1966 | 150 |
| 1967 | 142 |
| 1968 | 138 |
| 1969 | 161 |
| 1970 | 142 |
| 1971 | 166 |
| 1972 | 179 |
| 1973 | 133 |
| 1974 | 144 |
| 1975 | 168 |
| 1976 | 155 |
| 1977 | 141 |
| 1978 | 136 |
| 1979 | 147 |
| 1980 | 121 |
| 1981 | 123 |
| 1982 | 118 |
| 1983 | 116 |
| 1984 | 116 |
| 1985 | 117 |
| 1986 | 104 |
| 1987 | 132 |
| 1988 | 150 |
| 1989 | 149 |
| 1990 | 155 |
| 1991 | 160 |
| 1992 | 145 |
| 1993 | 159 |
| 1994 | 137 |
| 1995 | 123 |
| 1996 | 131 |
| 1997 | 124 |
| 1998 | 112 |
| 1999 | 112 |
| 2000 | 106 |
| 2001 | 93 |
| 2002 | 109 |
| 2003 | 108 |
| 2004 | 103 |
| 2005 | 95 |
| 2006 | 98 |
| 2007 | 83 |
| 2008 | 73 |
| 2009 | 66 |
| 2010 | 60 |
| 2011 | 73 |
| 2012 | 62 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 19 |