Holton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Holton is an Old English name meaning 'settlement by the woods.' It evolved from historical forms such as Holtun. The name reflects traits of nature and rural life, and it has no biblical relevance. Holton gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century and is viewed as unique and traditional.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Holton"
Pronunciation
/ˈhoʊltən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Holton originates from Old English 'holt,' meaning 'wood' or 'grove,' combined with 'tun,' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement.' Thus, Holton can be interpreted as 'settlement by the woods.'
Meaning
settlement by the woods
Language Evolution
Holtun, Holton
Historical Usage
Holton has historically been used as a surname and place name in England. It gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Holt, Holten
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Holton is perceived as a unique and traditional name, often associated with a connection to nature and rural settings.
Famous People
Holton Arp, Holton R. L. Hines
📊 Holton Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Holton Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 51 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Holton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Holton"
"Holton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4232nd of 7545 | 54 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4497th of 6773 | 38 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5937th of 7552 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6706th of 16616 | 85 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4018th of 24088 | 355 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3036th of 23106 | 471 |
Regional Popularity of "Holton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
36.92% 2700th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.57% 2692nd/3984 |
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38.10% 2599th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Holton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Holton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Holton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Holton" in the United States
The name Holton is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Holton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Holton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4232nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4497th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5937th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6706th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4018th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3036th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Holton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.