Boy Name

Upton

"Upper town, high settlement"

About the Name Upton

Upton is an English surname-turned-given-name meaning upper town or high settlement, originally used to describe someone who lived in an elevated part of a village. It carries a distinguished, literary quality, most associated with the American muckraker author Upton Sinclair. The name has a confident, grounded sound with a touch of old-world charm.

Name Details

Origin
English
Syllables
2
Popularity Score
28/100
Meaning Category
earth

Famous People Named Upton

  • Upton Sinclair

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