What Does the Name Milton Mean
The name Milton comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Milton below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Milton Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname which was from a place name meaning "mill town" in Old English. A famous bearer of the surname was John Milton (1608-1674), the poet who wrote 'Paradise Lost'.
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