Boy · 308th of 7,545
Elton
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
21,492
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1920
Peak Popularity Year
408
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Elton stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Elton originates from Old English, meaning 'elf town'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Ælfetun and has gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century. The name is often associated with creativity and has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛltən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Elton is derived from the Old English elements 'ælf', meaning 'elf' or 'supernatural being', and 'tun', meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'settlement of the elves'.
Meaning
elf town
Language Evolution
Ælfetun, Elton
Historical Usage
The name Elton gained popularity in the 19th century as a given name, although it has historical roots as a place name in England.
Variants & Derivatives
Elton, Eltony
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Elton is often associated with creativity and musical talent, largely due to the fame of artists like Elton John.
Famous People
Elton John, Elton Mayo
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 408 peak births in 1920
Geographic Spread
Popular across 42 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 308th of 7545 | 5,474 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 351st of 6773 | 4,749 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 478th of 7552 | 4,657 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 648th of 10718 | 2,592 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1043rd of 16616 | 1,530 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1873rd of 24088 | 1,089 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2043rd of 23106 | 857 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3344th of 9107 | 133 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5416th of 9204 | 43 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |