Milton vs Shea

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Milton

Boy #1,429 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mill town, settlement by the mill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,429
Total SSA Count
128
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Milton Rank #1,429
Shea Rank #1,494

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 vs #1494 for Shea.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milton or Shea more popular?

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 compared to Shea at #1494 in the United States.

What do Milton and Shea mean?

Milton means "mill town, settlement by the mill" (Old English origin). Shea means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Milton and Shea boy or girl names?

Milton is primarily a boy name. Shea is primarily a boy name.

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