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Summary

The name Newton originates from Old English, meaning 'new town'. It evolved through several historical forms, from Neotun in Old English to its modern form. The name is associated with traits of innovation and intellect, particularly connected to Sir Isaac Newton. There is no biblical relevance to the name.

The name Newton is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Newton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Newton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 446th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 615th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 963rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1616th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2633rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3990th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Newton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.