Renton
Old English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Renton
Renton is an English place name derived from Old English elements meaning "settlement of the renting people" or "farmstead where rent is paid," combining "rent" and the suffix "-ton" (settlement).
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Etymology
Renton is an English place name derived from Old English elements meaning "settlement of the renting people" or "farmstead where rent is paid," combining "rent" and the suffix "-ton" (settlement). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Scotland and England, with historical significance as a Scottish town in Dunbartonshire known for its textile industry.
Renton currently ranks #9,512 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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