Carlton Edwards

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Carlton Edwards — English
56K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Carlton Edwards 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 Edwards patronymic meaning "son of Edward," from Old English Ēadweard (wealth-guard). Common in Wales. 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: Edwards

Meaning: son of Edward

English

Patronymic meaning "son of Edward," from Old English Ēadweard (wealth-guard). Common in Wales.

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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 Edwards

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 Edwards:

4
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Edwards?
The surname Edwards originates from English. Patronymic meaning "son of Edward," from Old English Ēadweard (wealth-guard). Common in Wales.
How common is the surname Edwards?
The surname Edwards is shared by approximately 332K people worldwide.
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