Newton

Newton means 'new town' or 'new estate', reflecting its Old English roots. It was typically used to refer to someone hailing from a newly founded village or settlement.

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Newton is of Old English origin, combining the words 'neowe,' meaning 'new,' and 'tun,' meaning 'settlement' or 'enclosure.' The name was often used to refer to someone who lived in a new town or village. It was originally used as a topographic surname for people from new settlements.

  • Babies named Newton in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 25
  • Nicknames: Newt, Tone, Nat, Toney, Nettie.
  • Full Names: Newton Anderson, Newton Carter, Newton Kilgore, Newton Price, Newton Erickson.
  • Famous Namesakes: Sir Isaac Newton-Physicist, Newton Faulkner-Musician, Newton Minow-Lawyer, Newton Johnson-Chef, Newton Booth-Twelfth Governor of California.
  • Gender: Traditionally masculine, but can be unisex.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Newton reduces to the number 6, symbolizing nurturing, protection, and responsibility. People with this name often have a strong focus on community and family, excelling in bringing harmony and balance to their surroundings.

Newton is not as common as a first name in contemporary settings, often used as a surname. Its use as a personal name peaked in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but recent years have seen a slight resurgence, potentially due to the growing interest in unique and vintage names.

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