Holton
2025 SSA
About Holton
Holton is a masculine name of English origin derived from Old English elements meaning 'hollow settlement' or 'settlement in a hollow.' It belongs to the category of surname-turned-first-names that gained traction in the late 20th century. With its strong consonants and distinctive sound, Holton projects a sense of reliability and traditional masculinity. While not among the most common names, it has maintained steady if modest usage, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name shares sonic qualities with more popular choices like Colton and Bolton, but its relative rarity offers a distinctive alternative. Holton has particular appeal for parents seeking a name with Anglo-Saxon roots and a distinguished, somewhat aristocratic feel without being overly formal.
Pronounced HOLE-tun.
As of October 2026, Holton ranked #3056 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2562 for boys in 2021.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,560 | 30 | 15.6 |
| 2015 | #2,782 | 43 | 22.4 |
| 2016 | #3,251 | 35 | 18.4 |
| 2017 | #2,814 | 43 | 23.2 |
| 2018 | #3,327 | 34 | 18.7 |
| 2019 | #3,162 | 37 | 20.6 |
| 2020 | #2,704 | 46 | 26.7 |
| 2021 | #2,562 | 51 | 29.2 |
| 2022 | #3,647 | 31 | 17.8 |
| 2023 | #2,745 | 47 | 27.5 |
| 2024 | #3,057 | 40 | 23.2 |
| 2025 | #3,056 | 40 | 23.4 |