Lawton

Meaning settlement on the hill
Origin English
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Law-ton

About Lawton

Lawton strikes a distinguished balance between accessibility and refinement, offering parents a name that feels both grounded and elevated. The name carries an understated elegance that suggests good breeding without pretension, making it ideal for families who value class over flash. Lawton's crisp consonants and clear vowels create a name that's both easy to pronounce and impossible to forget, while its relative rarity ensures individuality. This name suits a child who might grow into any number of paths—academic, creative, entrepreneurial—without seeming to predetermine or limit his possibilities. There's a gentlemanly quality to Lawton that never feels stuffy, a sophistication that doesn't alienate. The name works beautifully in formal contexts, appearing polished on business cards and diplomas, while remaining comfortable in casual settings. Lawton offers limited nickname potential, which appeals to parents preferring their chosen name be used consistently. It pairs exceptionally well with both traditional and modern middle names, providing flexibility in full name composition. For families seeking refined simplicity and timeless appeal, Lawton represents naming at its most thoughtfully executed.

Nicknames for Lawton

Law
Lawt
Ton
LT
Lawtie
Lawton

Famous People Named Lawton

Lawton ChilesFormer Governor of Florida
Lawton CollinsU.S. Army General
Lawton GoweyAmerican Olympic swimmer
Lawton HammettAmerican football player
Lawton WilliamsAmerican country singer and songwriter

Characters Named Lawton

Lawton ParraA character in the novel "The Whisper Man" by Alex North
Lawton CampbellA character in the TV series "Sons of Anarchy"
Lawton CrossA character in the movie "The Lost City of Z"
Lawton PasekaA character in the novel "The Outpost" by Jake Tapper
Lawton WilkersonA character in the TV series "Supernatural"

Other Popular Names Beginning with L

Lux
Lazarus
Leyton
Louie
Leif
Lance
Luther
Levon
Lavon
Luca