Boy
Alton
from the old town
About Alton
There's something timelessly distinguished about this classic selection that never quite goes out of style. Alton evokes images of heritage and stability, suggesting a person grounded in values and tradition. The name has enjoyed quiet popularity for generations, maintaining presence without becoming overexposed or trendy. Its vintage quality appeals to parents seeking names with historical depth rather than fleeting fashionability. Alton carries an inherent dignity that suits a thoughtful, intelligent child who will grow into a respected adult. The name's literary and geographic associations lend it cultural richness without requiring explanation. Two syllables provide rhythmic balance, and the strong consonant framework gives it substance. Unlike names that feel locked into specific eras, Alton transcends temporal boundaries, feeling equally appropriate in 1950 or 2050. For families valuing tradition alongside individuality, this represents a sophisticated choice that honors the past while remaining perfectly suitable for contemporary life.
Popularity of the Name Alton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #484 |
| 1881 | #533 |
| 1882 | #427 |
| 1883 | #309 |
| 1884 | #468 |
| 1885 | #312 |
| 1886 | #454 |
| 1887 | #438 |
| 1888 | #444 |
| 1889 | #348 |
| 1890 | #389 |
| 1891 | #386 |
| 1892 | #329 |
| 1893 | #368 |
| 1894 | #336 |
| 1895 | #368 |
| 1896 | #339 |
| 1897 | #316 |
| 1898 | #378 |
| 1899 | #306 |
| 1900 | #325 |
| 1901 | #359 |
| 1902 | #317 |
| 1903 | #190 |
| 1904 | #78 |
| 1905 | #135 |
| 1906 | #171 |
| 1907 | #180 |
| 1908 | #180 |
| 1909 | #212 |
| 1910 | #211 |
| 1911 | #194 |
| 1912 | #192 |
| 1913 | #183 |
| 1914 | #198 |
| 1915 | #195 |
| 1916 | #190 |
| 1917 | #195 |
| 1918 | #200 |
| 1919 | #199 |
| 1920 | #197 |
| 1921 | #200 |
| 1922 | #187 |
| 1923 | #200 |
| 1924 | #205 |
| 1925 | #197 |
| 1926 | #183 |
| 1927 | #191 |
| 1928 | #176 |
| 1929 | #191 |
| 1930 | #183 |
| 1931 | #186 |
| 1932 | #184 |
| 1933 | #184 |
| 1934 | #184 |
| 1935 | #188 |
| 1936 | #189 |
| 1937 | #173 |
| 1938 | #185 |
| 1939 | #192 |
| 1940 | #194 |
| 1941 | #211 |
| 1942 | #227 |
| 1943 | #223 |
| 1944 | #216 |
| 1945 | #241 |
| 1946 | #253 |
| 1947 | #260 |
| 1948 | #245 |
| 1949 | #269 |
| 1950 | #259 |
| 1951 | #264 |
| 1952 | #278 |
| 1953 | #287 |
| 1954 | #292 |
| 1955 | #288 |
| 1956 | #304 |
| 1957 | #324 |
| 1958 | #322 |
| 1959 | #333 |
| 1960 | #338 |
| 1961 | #336 |
| 1962 | #367 |
| 1963 | #368 |
| 1964 | #362 |
| 1965 | #389 |
| 1966 | #390 |
| 1967 | #372 |
| 1968 | #401 |
| 1969 | #420 |
| 1970 | #440 |
| 1971 | #424 |
| 1972 | #458 |
| 1973 | #435 |
| 1974 | #478 |
| 1975 | #515 |
| 1976 | #489 |
| 1977 | #491 |
| 1978 | #540 |
| 1979 | #546 |
| 1980 | #539 |
| 1981 | #545 |
| 1982 | #526 |
| 1983 | #544 |
| 1984 | #608 |
| 1985 | #607 |
| 1986 | #648 |
| 1987 | #660 |
| 1988 | #604 |
| 1989 | #703 |
| 1990 | #701 |
| 1991 | #678 |
| 1992 | #768 |
| 1993 | #783 |
| 1994 | #842 |
| 1995 | #884 |
| 1996 | #948 |
| 1997 | #920 |
| 1998 | #877 |
| 2002 | #997 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Alton
- Alten
- Elton
- Allton
Names Similar to Alton
Nicknames for Alton
- Al
- Ton
- Ally
- T
Famous People Named Alton
| Alton Ellis | Jamaican musician and singer |
| Alton Howard | American football player |
| Alton Meeks | American actor |
| Alton Ford | American basketball player |
| Alton Mason | American model and dancer |
| Alton Adams | Barbadian composer |
| Alton White | American actor and singer |
| Alton Tobey | American painter |
| Alton Sterling | African-American man whose death sparked protests against police brutality |
| Alton Lemon | Civil rights activist |
| Alton Cole | American tennis player |
| Alton Miller | American DJ and music producer |
| Alton Waldon | American politician |
| Alton Nehemiah Ellis | Jamaican cricketer |
| Alton Brown | American politician |
| Alton B. Parker | American jurist and politician |
| Alton Augustus Adams Sr. | U.S. Virgin Islands bandleader and composer |
| Alton W. Knappenberger | American painter |
| Alton Waldon Jr. | American politician |
Characters Named Alton
| Alton Corry | Character from a fantasy novel |
| Alton Rivers | Fictional detective in a mystery series |
| Alton Grey | Character from a science fiction story |
| Alton Thorn | Young wizard protagonist in a fantasy book |
| Alton Reese | Character from a drama TV series |
| Alton Turner | Fictional spy in a thriller novel |
| Alton Sawyer | Young adult protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Alton Bellamy | Character from a historical fiction book |
| Alton Harrington | Fictional space explorer in a sci-fi story |
| Alton Davidson | Protagonist of a romance novel |
| Alton Price | Character from a crime fiction story |
| Alton Wilkins | Fictional superhero in a graphic novel |
| Alton Cross | Character from a horror fiction book |
| Alton Chambers | Detective in a mystery novel series |
| Alton Mitchell | Protagonist of a drama movie |
| Alton Shaw | Character from a fantasy adventure novel |
| Alton Tate | Fictional time traveler in a sci-fi series |
| Alton Cooper | Character from a thriller movie |
| Alton Noble | Protagonist of a historical fiction novel |
| Alton Burke | Character from a sci-fi fantasy series |