Smith vs Alton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,572 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Smith Rank #1,580

Alton Rank #1,572

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 vs #1580 for Smith.

Is Smith or Alton more popular?

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Alton mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Alton means "old town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Smith and Alton boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Alton is primarily a boy name.