Barton
Barton: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɑː(ɹ)tən/
Meaning and origin of Barton
Root meaning: “barley”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Old English bere (“barley”) + Old English tūn (“enclosure”).
How popular is Barton?
Since 1880, 9,371 boys in the U.S. have been named Barton. Its highest rank for boys was #446 in 1888. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Barton FAQ
What does the name Barton mean?
Barton traces back to a root meaning "barley". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Old English bere (“barley”) + Old English tūn (“enclosure”).
What is the origin of the name Barton?
Barton is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Barton?
Since 1880, 9,371 boys in the U.S. have been named Barton. Its highest rank for boys was #446 in 1888. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Barton a boy or girl name?
Barton is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 9,371 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.