Milton
Milton is an boy name of Old English (place name) origin, meaning “Mill town or middle town”.
| Meaning | Mill town or middle town |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old English (place name) |
| Pronunciation | MIL-tun |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Brazil |
Meaning and origin of Milton
Milton is an English surname from many places named with Old English mylen, 'mill', and tun, 'settlement', or sometimes middel tun, 'middle settlement'. Its fame as a first name owes much to the seventeenth-century poet John Milton, author of Paradise Lost. It was quite common in the United States in the early twentieth century, as with economist Milton Friedman and comedian Milton Berle.
Is Milton a religious name?
Milton has no religious meaning, although its association with John Milton gives it a literary and Protestant flavour.
How popular is Milton?
Mostly a vintage name today, uncommon for babies.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Milton mean?
Milton means 'Mill town or middle town'. It is of Old English (place name) origin.
Does Milton have a religious meaning?
Milton has no religious meaning, although its association with John Milton gives it a literary and Protestant flavour.
How do you pronounce Milton?
Milton is pronounced MIL-tun.
Is Milton a boy or girl name?
Milton is usually a boy name.