Holton
Holton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hollow town, or settlement near a ravine.
Origin and history
Holton is an English surname turned given name derived from a place name meaning 'settlement near a hollow' or 'estate in a ravine'. It historically designated someone living near or from one of several villages named Holton in England. In the U.S., it remains an uncommon, modern rustic choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,060 babies in the United States have been named Holton since 1880. It ranks #3625 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1672.
States where it is most popular
- TX (67.5 %)
- FL (10.8 %)
- NC (7 %)
- GA (6.4 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 26 |
| 1920-1930 | 33 |
| 1930-1940 | 17 |
| 1940-1950 | 22 |
| 1950-1960 | 11 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 15 |
| 1990-2000 | 114 |
| 2000-2010 | 203 |
| 2010-2019 | 364 |
| 2020-2029 | 255 |
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from Old English words 'hol' (hollow) and 'tun' (enclosure or town).
- Like many modern boys' names, Holton transitioned from a rare family surname to an independent given name.