Wilton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWIL-tun / /ˈwɪltən/Old English; Anglo-Saxon
Meaning
Old English: from the willow farm; Anglo-Saxon: settlement by the willow
Historical & Cultural Background
Wilton is derived from Old English elements, indicating a geographical location associated with willow trees. It has historical roots in England, where many place names reflect the natural landscape. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Trend Summary
Wilton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wil
- Wilty
International Variants
- Wilton (English)
Famous people named Wilton
Wilton Gregory is an American cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church, known for his leadership in various dioceses.
Wilton Speight is a former American football quarterback who played for the University of Michigan.
Wilton P. K. H. is a notable American artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Wilton S. K. is a prominent American businessman known for his work in the tech industry.
Fictional characters named Wilton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wilton was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wilton has ranked as high as #709 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Wilton has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wilton (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 10 |
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 11 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1903 | 18 |
| 1904 | 23 |
| 1905 | 23 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 21 |
| 1908 | 20 |
| 1909 | 21 |
| 1910 | 21 |
| 1911 | 29 |
| 1912 | 49 |
| 1913 | 95 |
| 1914 | 104 |
| 1915 | 147 |
| 1916 | 153 |
| 1917 | 166 |
| 1918 | 155 |
| 1919 | 185 |
| 1920 | 158 |
| 1921 | 184 |
| 1922 | 194 |
| 1923 | 189 |
| 1924 | 208 |
| 1925 | 179 |
| 1926 | 161 |
| 1927 | 185 |
| 1928 | 173 |
| 1929 | 163 |
| 1930 | 145 |
| 1931 | 135 |
| 1932 | 129 |
| 1933 | 144 |
| 1934 | 122 |
| 1935 | 120 |
| 1936 | 141 |
| 1937 | 124 |
| 1938 | 105 |
| 1939 | 100 |
| 1940 | 107 |
| 1941 | 115 |
| 1942 | 133 |
| 1943 | 130 |
| 1944 | 116 |
| 1945 | 90 |
| 1946 | 97 |
| 1947 | 103 |
| 1948 | 114 |
| 1949 | 95 |
| 1950 | 114 |
| 1951 | 112 |
| 1952 | 114 |
| 1953 | 85 |
| 1954 | 81 |
| 1955 | 90 |
| 1956 | 85 |
| 1957 | 74 |
| 1958 | 82 |
| 1959 | 84 |
| 1960 | 80 |
| 1961 | 56 |
| 1962 | 68 |
| 1963 | 59 |
| 1964 | 63 |
| 1965 | 53 |
| 1966 | 64 |
| 1967 | 44 |
| 1968 | 43 |
| 1969 | 57 |
| 1970 | 50 |
| 1971 | 52 |
| 1972 | 45 |
| 1973 | 50 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 44 |
| 1980 | 42 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 35 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 17 |