Melton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Melton is an Old English name meaning 'mill settlement'. It has evolved through Old English and Middle English to its modern form. The name reflects agricultural and industrial heritage, with no biblical significance. It has historical usage as a place name and surname, and is perceived positively in modern times, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Melton is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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, Melton has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Melton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 832nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 762nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 980th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1668th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4185th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11055th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18083rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Melton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Melton"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛltən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Melton is derived from the Old English elements 'mel' meaning 'mill' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. Thus, it originally referred to a settlement where a mill was located.
Meaning
mill settlement
Language Evolution
Old English: Melton, Middle English: Melton, Modern English: Melton
Historical Usage
Melton gained popularity as a place name in England, particularly in the medieval period, and has been adopted as a surname and given name in various regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Mel, Melly, Melty
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Melton is recognized as a traditional English name and is associated with the quaint charm of English villages. It is often viewed positively due to its historical roots.
Famous People
Melton Prior, a notable British artist, Melton S. A. Thompson, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Melton"
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 "Melton"
"Melton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 832nd of 7545 | 1,057 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 762nd of 6773 | 1,234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 980th of 7552 | 1,104 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1668th of 10718 | 453 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4185th of 16616 | 189 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11055th of 24088 | 69 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18083rd of 23106 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Melton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
23.92% 566th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
22.95% 540th/2353 |
67.87% 1050th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
25.38% 724th/2853 |
48.18% 1337th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
36.16% 1272nd/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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55.60% 2888th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Melton" 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 "Melton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Melton" 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.