Barton
Barton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Barley town or settlement near a barley field.
Origin and history
Barton is an English surname turned given name, derived from a place name meaning barley town or farmstead. Historically used as a traditional masculine name in the United States, its usage has declined significantly in recent decades. Today it serves as an uncommon, vintage surname-choice for parents seeking a classic English name.
Popularity in the United States
9,371 babies in the United States have been named Barton since 1880. It ranks #1245 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1895.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.5 %)
- NY (13.6 %)
- PA (11.7 %)
- TX (10.9 %)
- IL (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 95 |
| 1890-1900 | 67 |
| 1900-1910 | 70 |
| 1910-1920 | 374 |
| 1920-1930 | 692 |
| 1930-1940 | 856 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,371 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,783 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,878 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,015 |
| 1980-1990 | 691 |
| 1990-2000 | 235 |
| 2000-2010 | 117 |
| 2010-2019 | 95 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Famous people named Barton
- Barton MacLane: actor, playwright
Nicknames
Bart
Fun facts
- The name combines the Old English words 'bere' (barley) and 'tun' (enclosure, settlement, or farm).
- Barton reached its peak popularity in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century before becoming quite rare.