Thornton
th(o)-rn-ton,
thor-nton
US Popularity:22340
Origin:British
Meaning:Thorn town; Blackthorn, whitethorn, bush
Thornton is a boy's name of English, Scottish, and Irish origin. It's related to an English surname meaning "thorn town" and the Irish surnames Ó Droighneáin, Mac Sceacháin, and Ó Toráin, meaning "blackthorn," "whitethorn," and "bush." Though thorns bring a touch of danger to mind, their primary purpose is to defend flowers such as roses, suggesting that your little one will be a protector of life's beauty. Thornton's most famous forebearer is the 3-time Pulitzer prize-winning author, Thornton Wilder, giving this name a creative edge to inspire your little artist.
Thornton Name Popularity Data
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2021
#22340
in 2021
- 4020
from 2020
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