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Alton

AWL-tən

Popularity

#1566

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

47,725

Peak Year

#836 in 1937

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

English place name meaning "old town" or "town at the source of the river."

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Alton Brown

    American television personality, chef, author, and actor

Nicknames

AlTony

Similar Names

AustinAshtonOwenEthan

Personality Traits

ResponsiblePracticalReliableStrong

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