US Popularity:7051
Origin:British
Meaning:Hill town, hill farm
A boy’s name of British origins, Lawton is a formal yet playful-sounding name fitting for any newborn. Meaning “hill town” or "farm town," Lawton is the given name to a whole host of cities throughout the US and is occasionally given as a last name in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Perhaps you have links to a town called Lawton, or just like the way it looks, Lawton is a sweet choice for your child.
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How Popular Is The Name Lawton?

U.S. Births

Overall:Lawton is currently #7051 in U.S. births
Boy:Lawton is currently #3280 in U.S. births

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2025
#3280
in 2025
- 96
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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