NAME PROFILE
Norton
Norton is an English name originating from the Old English 'northtun', meaning 'north town'. It has a strong, classic feel that conveys a sense of stability and tradition.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,310 |
| Gender | Male (24% / 76%) |
| Peak year | 1928 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1914 |
| Most recent | 1969 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, French |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NY — 39%IL — 28%PA — 18%CA — 7%OH — 7%
Notable People
Norton Simon (Art collector and philanthropist) · Norton Juster (Author of *The Phantom Tollbooth*) · Norton Antivirus (Software product by Symantec) · Norton I (a fictional character in the animated series *The Fairly OddParents*) · Norton (a character in the TV series *The Honeymooners*)
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