Milton
MIL-tən
Popularity
#1428
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
118,422
Peak Year
#2,603 in 1920
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Milton is an English name derived from a place name meaning "mill town" or "middle town."
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
John Milton
English poet, best known for his epic poem Paradise Lost.
Milton Berle
American comedian and actor, known as "Mr. Television."
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