Boy Name
Thornton
"Thorn settlement; English place name describing a settlement with thorny bushes."
Ranked #12159 for boys
About the Name Thornton
Meaning
Thorn settlement; English place name describing a settlement with thorny bushes.
Origin
EnglishGender
Boy
First Letter
TBoy Rank
#12159
Thornton is a boy name of English origin. The name means "Thorn settlement; English place name describing a settlement with thorny bushes." and Currently ranked #12159 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with T or explore other English names.
Popularity Over Time
#309 1950
#207 1960
#136 1970
#101 1980
#133 1990
#87 2000
#89 2010
#25 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Thornton
- TW Thornton Wilder (American playwright and author)