Carlton Combs

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Carlton Combs — English
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Carlton Combs is a name that combines English origins. The first name Carlton is a masculine given name of English origin. Carlton is a masculine given name, meaning "free peasant settlement" or "from the town of the free men (see Carl)". Prominent individuals with this name include: Carlton B. Ardery Jr. (died 1965), American test pilot Carlton Barrett (1950–1987), reggae drummer and percussion player; member of Bob Marley and The Wailers Carlton W. The surname Combs: Beth Combs (born 1969), American basketball coach Branson Combs (born 2000), American football player Chris Combs (defensive lineman) (born 1976), American football player Chris Combs (tight end) (born 1958), American football player Don Combs (1938/1939–2025), American Thoroughbred racehorse trainer Earle Combs (1899–1976), American center fielder and Baseball Hall of Fame member Frederick Combs (1935–1992), American actor Glen Combs (born 1946), American basketball player Jeremy Combs (born 1995), American basketball player for Israeli team Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim Merl Combs (1919–1981), . Carlton is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 56K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Carlton reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Carlton

English

Carlton is a masculine given name, meaning "free peasant settlement" or "from the town of the free men (see Carl)". Prominent individuals with this name include: Carlton B. Ardery Jr. (died 1965), American test pilot Carlton Barrett (1950–1987), reggae drummer and percussion player; member of Bob Marley and The Wailers Carlton W.

Surname: Combs

English

Beth Combs (born 1969), American basketball coach Branson Combs (born 2000), American football player Chris Combs (defensive lineman) (born 1976), American football player Chris Combs (tight end) (born 1958), American football player Don Combs (1938/1939–2025), American Thoroughbred racehorse trainer Earle Combs (1899–1976), American center fielder and Baseball Hall of Fame member Frederick Combs (1935–1992), American actor Glen Combs (born 1946), American basketball player Jeremy Combs (born 1995), American basketball player for Israeli team Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim Merl Combs (1919–1981), .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Carlton is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Carlton by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Carlton Combs

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Carlton Combs:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Carlton?
The first name Carlton originates from English. Carlton is a masculine given name, meaning "free peasant settlement" or "from the town of the free men (see Carl)". Prominent individuals with this name include: Carlton B. Ardery Jr. (died 1965), American test pilot Carlton Barrett (1950–1987), reggae drummer and percussion player; member of Bob Marley and The Wailers Carlton W.
When was Carlton most popular?
The name Carlton reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Combs?
The surname Combs originates from English. Beth Combs (born 1969), American basketball coach Branson Combs (born 2000), American football player Chris Combs (defensive lineman) (born 1976), American football player Chris Combs (tight end) (born 1958), American football player Don Combs (1938/1939–2025), American Thoroughbred racehorse trainer Earle Combs (1899–1976), American center fielder and Baseball Hall of Fame member Frederick Combs (1935–1992), American actor Glen Combs (born 1946), American basketball player Jeremy Combs (born 1995), American basketball player for Israeli team Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim Merl Combs (1919–1981), .
How common is the surname Combs?
The surname Combs is shared by approximately 54K people worldwide.
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