Wilton
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Mill settlement, mill town
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #6118 in 2025 with 15 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Milton. Shares the meaning 'Mill settlement, mill town.'
Similar names: walton, whitton, willson, wilson, winton, willoh, wilondja, winston
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Wilton? About 1 in 221,900 babies born in 2025 were named Wilton, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wilton
What does the name Wilton mean?
Wilton means “Mill settlement, mill town” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Wilton?
Wilton has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Mill settlement, mill town”.
How popular is Wilton?
Wilton ranked #5861 in 2025 — given to 15 babies that year.
When was Wilton most popular?
Wilton peaked in 1924 with 208 babies registered that year.
Is Wilton a boy or girl name?
Wilton is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wiltons in registered births are male.
Is the name Wilton rising or falling in popularity?
Wilton has risen 790 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #6651 in 2020 to #5861 in 2025.
How long has Wilton been recorded?
Wilton appears in birth records across 145 years — from 1880 through 2025.