Boy
Walton
from the wall town
About Walton
There's a distinguished, almost aristocratic quality here that evokes English countryside estates and literary tradition. The two-syllable structure provides substance without complexity, making it accessible yet refined. It carries a vintage charm that's experiencing renewed appreciation among parents seeking alternatives to contemporary trends. The name feels grounded and solid, suggesting reliability and steadfastedness. It's professional without being stuffy, traditional without feeling outdated. The combination of sounds creates warmth despite the formal associations. It works beautifully in full or can be shortened to casual nicknames for everyday contexts. This choice appeals to those who appreciate classical naming conventions and want something with historical resonance. The surname-as-first-name trend makes it feel current while its established history prevents it from seeming invented or fleeting.
Popularity of the Name Walton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #805 |
| 1881 | #589 |
| 1882 | #749 |
| 1883 | #495 |
| 1886 | #573 |
| 1888 | #605 |
| 1889 | #578 |
| 1890 | #665 |
| 1891 | #559 |
| 1892 | #478 |
| 1893 | #535 |
| 1894 | #724 |
| 1895 | #679 |
| 1896 | #892 |
| 1897 | #783 |
| 1898 | #570 |
| 1899 | #609 |
| 1900 | #695 |
| 1901 | #725 |
| 1902 | #648 |
| 1903 | #575 |
| 1904 | #960 |
| 1905 | #663 |
| 1906 | #706 |
| 1907 | #810 |
| 1908 | #655 |
| 1909 | #677 |
| 1910 | #620 |
| 1911 | #643 |
| 1912 | #573 |
| 1913 | #610 |
| 1914 | #532 |
| 1915 | #502 |
| 1916 | #561 |
| 1917 | #531 |
| 1918 | #571 |
| 1919 | #538 |
| 1920 | #565 |
| 1921 | #559 |
| 1922 | #505 |
| 1923 | #528 |
| 1924 | #607 |
| 1925 | #648 |
| 1926 | #611 |
| 1927 | #709 |
| 1928 | #720 |
| 1929 | #688 |
| 1930 | #709 |
| 1931 | #641 |
| 1932 | #690 |
| 1933 | #605 |
| 1934 | #748 |
| 1935 | #709 |
| 1936 | #713 |
| 1937 | #756 |
| 1938 | #798 |
| 1939 | #744 |
| 1940 | #791 |
| 1941 | #728 |
| 1942 | #754 |
| 1943 | #708 |
| 1944 | #673 |
| 1945 | #816 |
| 1946 | #791 |
| 1947 | #785 |
| 1948 | #920 |
| 1949 | #883 |
| 1950 | #834 |
| 1951 | #828 |
| 1952 | #999 |
| 1953 | #930 |
| 1954 | #890 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Walton
Names Similar to Walton
Nicknames for Walton
- Walt
- Wally
- Ton
- Wall
