Morton
Meaning
From The Moor Town
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/ˈmɔːtən/
Traits associated with the name Morton:
Dogs named Morton tend to be loving, industrious, brave, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Morton?
Naming your dog Morton suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy thinking outside the box.
Is Morton a good dog name?
Morton has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Morton isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Morton is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Morton was, in the past month, the 2588th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2024, Morton is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Morton was viewed 19 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Morton's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Morton is most adored in Arizona, California and Virginia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Colorado, New York and Georgia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Morton.
Most popular breeds named Morton:
- Labrador Retriever
- Bearded Collie
- German Shepherd
- Corgi
Morton is found in these categories:
scottish
Derived from Scottish Gaelic, meaning "settlement near a moor".
old-fashioned
Popular in the 19th century, it's rarely heard in modern dog parks.
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