Lawton

Pronunciation: [ l-AWT-uhn ]

Boy Name #3,185 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A distinguished English surname name with Old World roots

American English

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Meaning & Origin

"farm on a hill, settlement by a mound"

Origin: Old English

Language: English

The Story of Lawton

Lawton is an English surname originating as a place name, derived from Old English hlaw (hill or burial mound) combined with tun (settlement or farmstead), literally meaning farm on a hill. As a given name, Lawton follows the well-worn American tradition of using distinguished surnames as first names, lending a sense of heritage and gravitas to a child's identity.

Lawton fits the trend of preppy, Southern-inflected surname names alongside Preston, Colton, and Dalton. It has been gaining quiet popularity in the American South and Midwest, where surname names carry a sense of family heritage and old-money elegance.

Lawton, Oklahoma, is a significant American city named after General Henry Ware Lawton, a Civil War and Spanish-American War hero who received the Medal of Honor. This connection established Lawton as an American given name with patriotic resonance.

Fun Facts

Lawton, Oklahoma is named after General Henry Ware Lawton, a Medal of Honor recipient who served in the Civil War and Spanish-American War
The surname Lawton appears in English records dating to the medieval period, derived from several villages named Lawton in Cheshire

Lawton in Other Languages

English Lawton (surname origin)

Famous People Named Lawton

Henry Ware Lawton

Military

1843

Union Army general and Medal of Honor recipient; Lawton, Oklahoma is named in his honor

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #3,185
Total SSA Count: 38
Cultural Origins: American English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Law

Pairs Well With

Lawton James Lawton Cole Lawton Reid Lawton Scott Lawton Grant Lawton Hayes Lawton Pierce

Sibling Names

Colton Hadley Preston Sadie Brooks Piper

Also a Girl Name

Lawton is also used as a girl name, ranked #40214.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lawton

What does the name Lawton mean?

"farm on a hill, settlement by a mound" (from Old English). Lawton is an English surname originating as a place name, derived from Old English hlaw (hill or burial mound) combined with tun (settlement or farmstead), literally meaning farm on a hill. As a given name, Lawton follows the well-worn American tradition of using distinguished surnames as first names, lending a sense of heritage and gravitas to a child's identity.

What is the origin of the name Lawton?

Lawton has Old English, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "farm on a hill, settlement by a mound".

Is Lawton a boy or girl name?

Lawton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3185. As a girl name, it is ranked #40214. Lawton is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Lawton?

Lawton is pronounced l-AWT-uhn.

How popular is the name Lawton?

Lawton is currently ranked #3185 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Lawton?

Common nicknames for Lawton include Law.

What are good middle names for Lawton?

Popular middle name pairings include Lawton James, Lawton Cole, Lawton Reid, Lawton Scott, Lawton Grant, Lawton Hayes, and Lawton Pierce.

What are good sibling names for Lawton?

Names that pair well with Lawton as siblings include Colton, Hadley, Preston, Sadie, Brooks, and Piper.

How many syllables does Lawton have?

Lawton has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Lawton a common or rare name?

Lawton is an uncommon name, ranked #3185 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Lawton

Lawton is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "farm on a hill, settlement by a mound" in Old English .

Is Lawton a boy or girl name? Lawton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,185 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #40,214. Lawton is more commonly used as a boy name.

Lawton is currently ranked #3,185 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Lawton has 2 syllables and is pronounced l-AWT-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Lawton include Law. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.