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Rush vs Milton

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

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Popularity Comparison

Rush Rank #1,496
Milton Rank #1,429

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 vs #1496 for Rush.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rush or Milton more popular?

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Rush and Milton mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). Milton means "mill town, settlement by the mill" (Old English origin).

Are Rush and Milton boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. Milton is primarily a boy name.

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