Lofton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lofton has its origins in Old English, meaning 'shelter' or 'loft'. It has evolved through forms like 'Lofta' before becoming Lofton. The name is associated with traits of strength and stability, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lofton"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɔːftən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Lofton is derived from the Old English word 'lofta', which means 'shelter' or 'loft'. It may also be associated with the Old Norse 'loft', meaning 'air' or 'atmosphere'.
Meaning
shelter, loft
Language Evolution
Lofta, Lofton
Historical Usage
The name Lofton gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Lofthouse, Lofton, Loftus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lofton is perceived as a unique and somewhat traditional name, often associated with strength and stability.
Famous People
Lofton K. H. Jones, Lofton W. Smith
📊 Lofton Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 2018
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lofton"
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 "Lofton"
"Lofton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2755th of 7545 | 144 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3184th of 6773 | 104 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3729th of 7552 | 85 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10692nd of 16616 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7649th of 24088 | 139 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6365th of 23106 | 159 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Lofton" 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) |
- | - |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Lofton" 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 "Lofton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lofton" 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 "Lofton" in the United States
The name Lofton is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Lofton has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Lofton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2755th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3184th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3729th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10692nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7649th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6365th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lofton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.