Thornton
Meaning of Thornton
Originating from English, the name Thornton is commonly given to baby boys. It is pronounced as THOR-tun (/ˈθɔr.tən/). The name has variations such as Thorn. In terms of popularity, Thornton has been steadily used in the United States over the years. In 2021, it was given to 6 newborn boys, ranking at number 10772. While its usage has fluctuated slightly, it remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents seeking a traditional yet uncommon name for their son.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as THOR-tun (/ˈθɔr.tən/)
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Notable People Named Thornton
| Thornton Niven Wilder was a renowned American playwright and novelist, winning three Pulitzer Prizes and a U.S. National Book Award for his works. |
| Thornton Waldo Burgess was an American conservationist and author of children's stories, known for writing over 170 books and 15,000 stories for his newspaper column Bedtime Stories. |
| Thornton Blackburn (1812–1890) was a self-emancipated formerly enslaved man who established Canada as a safe terminus for the Underground Railroad. |
| Thornton Fleming Brodhead was a brevet brigadier general during the American Civil War. |
