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Carlton is an Old English name that means 'the settlement of free men'. It evolved from the name Ceorlton and has maintained its connection to themes of freedom and community. It has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently perceived as classic and sophisticated, with notable associations in popular culture.

The name Carlton is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carlton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Carlton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 267th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 245th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 265th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 349th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 474th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1028th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2123rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6167th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5597th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5721st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8267th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13048th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Carlton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.