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Origin: British

Meaning: Old town; Old farmstead; Town at the source of the river

If you want baby's name to nod to your roots, then Alton could be just the ticket. This British name means "old town," “old farmstead,” or “town at the source of a river” and is related to the names Dalton, Altown, and Daltone. Its vintage sound is perfect if you love diving into your family's history and want baby to take an interest in it, too. There are towns named Alton all over England and a waterpark called Alton Towers that baby will probably be delighted to visit when they’re older.