US Popularity Rank: 4528

Origin: British

Meaning: From the old town, Ella's town

Elton is a boy's name of English origins, meaning "from the old town" and "Ella's town." Often used as a surname, Elton is also familiar as a place name in England. The masculine title first rose to fame when singer-songwriter Elton John began making waves in the pop charts. The talented star added some vivacity to the vintage name coupled with an etymology to remind baby of their humble roots before hitting the big time. Give baby Elton something to sing about with a name that gives them a talented edge in the schoolyard.