Lynton

English

"flax settlement"

Lynton Origin and Meaning

The name Lynton is a boy's name.

Lynton is a masculine name of English origin, derived from Old English elements meaning 'flax settlement' or 'town by the flax field.' As a place name in England, it appears in several locations, including Devon and Cambridgeshire. As a personal name, Lynton has never achieved widespread popularity but has maintained a consistent, if uncommon, presence in English-speaking countries. It belongs to the category of surname-turned-first-names that gained some traction in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Lynton has an elegant, distinguished sound with its connection to English heritage. Men with this name might be perceived as refined and somewhat traditional, with the name carrying undertones of rural English landscapes and historical significance.

Famous People Named Lynton

• Lynton Keith Crosby Australian political strategist
• Lynton Keith Caldwell American political scientist
• Lynton Stott English rugby leaguer
• Lynton Yates Ballentine 20th Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina
• Lynton Lamb English artist,designer