Tilton

“inhabitant of the settlement on the hill”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13882US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

378All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Tilton

TILT·un

/ˈtɪlt.ən/ · stress on TILT · 2 syllables

“inhabitant of the settlement on the hill”

American origin · Boy name

What does Tilton mean and where does it come from?

Tilton is an English surname that has transitioned into a first name. It derives from Old English roots meaning 'hill settlement'. It has historical roots in England but has gained some traction in the U.S. as a given name as part of a larger trend of using surnames as first names. Notable people in

Cultural significance

Tilton has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of inhabitant of the settlement on the hill.

Peak popularity

Reached #2274 in 1954 — currently #13882 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Tilton?

Tilton works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Tilton Grace

How popular is Tilton right now?

Falling — down 5076 spots — currently #13882 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2021#13882 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#13882	5	▼ down 5076 · -37% births
2015	#8806	8	▼ down 2121 · +60% births
1985	#6685	5	▼ down 259
1980	#6426	5	▼ down 2187
1960	#4239	5	▼ down 1327 · -37% births
1950	#2912	8	▲ up 637 · +60% births
1945	#3549	5	▼ down 238 · -17% births
1940	#3311	6	▲ up 255 · -14% births
1925	#3566	7	▼ down 1134 · -46% births
1920	#2432	13	▲ up 552 · +63% births
1915	#2984	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Tilton

Best Year1920Rank #2432

Peak Count13

Average Rank#5345

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202111 years

The story of Tilton

Tilton entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 378 total births recorded, Tilton remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2984 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13882 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Tilton in 1954:

Michael Robert James John David

Tilton by decade

Tilton peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	61
1920s ★	82
1930s	24
1940s	65
1950s	39
1960s	35
1970s	14
1980s	21
1990s	5
2000s	13
2010s	19

💎Tilton has only 378 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Tilton?

Common

TilTiIlton

What names sound and feel like Tilton?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Tilton also consider these

Tildon

American · a variant of

American · Originally a surname

Tipton

English · from the town

Lilton

American · from the hill

Rifton

American · derived from a

Liston

American · from the hillside

Common questions about the name Tilton

What does the name Tilton mean?

Tilton means "inhabitant of the settlement on the hill" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Tilton?

Tilton is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Tilton have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Tilton?

Tilton originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Tilton?

Tilton is a two-syllable name pronounced T IH1 L T AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Tilton trending right now?

Tilton is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.