Jon Shelton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jon Shelton — English
173K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jon Shelton is a name that combines English origins. The first name Jon is a masculine given name of English origin. Jon is a masculine given name. It is often short for Jonathan. The name is spelled Jón in Iceland and on the Faroe Islands. In the Nordic countries, it is derived from Johannes. Jon Aaraas (born 1986), Norwegian ski jumper Jon Abbate (born 1985), American gridiron football player Jon Abbott, American media executive Jon Aberasturi (born 1989), Basque bicycle racer Jon Ramon Aboitiz (1948–2018), Filipino businessman Jon Abrahams (born 1977), American actor Jon Abrahamsen (born 1951), Norwegian footballer Jon Ackerson, American lawyer and politician Jon Adkins (born 1977), American baseball play. The surname Shelton: Shelton, North Bedfordshire, in the parish of Dean and Shelton, Bedfordshire Lower Shelton, in the parish of Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Upper Shelton, in the parish of Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Surname Alfred Shelton (1865–1923), English international footballer Amy Shelton, U.S. cognitive psychology professor Anne Shelton (1475–1555), aunt of Anne Boleyn and mother of Henry VIII's mistress, Mary Shelton; wife of Sir John Shelton E. Dolby Shelton (1856–1944), English printer, publisher, and activist George M. Jon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 173K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jon

English

Jon is a masculine given name. It is often short for Jonathan. The name is spelled Jón in Iceland and on the Faroe Islands. In the Nordic countries, it is derived from Johannes. Jon Aaraas (born 1986), Norwegian ski jumper Jon Abbate (born 1985), American gridiron football player Jon Abbott, American media executive Jon Aberasturi (born 1989), Basque bicycle racer Jon Ramon Aboitiz (1948–2018), Filipino businessman Jon Abrahams (born 1977), American actor Jon Abrahamsen (born 1951), Norwegian footballer Jon Ackerson, American lawyer and politician Jon Adkins (born 1977), American baseball play.

Surname: Shelton

English

Shelton, North Bedfordshire, in the parish of Dean and Shelton, Bedfordshire Lower Shelton, in the parish of Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Upper Shelton, in the parish of Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Surname Alfred Shelton (1865–1923), English international footballer Amy Shelton, U.S. cognitive psychology professor Anne Shelton (1475–1555), aunt of Anne Boleyn and mother of Henry VIII's mistress, Mary Shelton; wife of Sir John Shelton E. Dolby Shelton (1856–1944), English printer, publisher, and activist George M.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Jon Shelton

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 Jon Shelton:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Jon?
The first name Jon originates from English. Jon is a masculine given name. It is often short for Jonathan. The name is spelled Jón in Iceland and on the Faroe Islands. In the Nordic countries, it is derived from Johannes. Jon Aaraas (born 1986), Norwegian ski jumper Jon Abbate (born 1985), American gridiron football player Jon Abbott, American media executive Jon Aberasturi (born 1989), Basque bicycle racer Jon Ramon Aboitiz (1948–2018), Filipino businessman Jon Abrahams (born 1977), American actor Jon Abrahamsen (born 1951), Norwegian footballer Jon Ackerson, American lawyer and politician Jon Adkins (born 1977), American baseball play.
When was Jon most popular?
The name Jon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Shelton?
The surname Shelton originates from English. Shelton, North Bedfordshire, in the parish of Dean and Shelton, Bedfordshire Lower Shelton, in the parish of Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Upper Shelton, in the parish of Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Shelton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire Surname Alfred Shelton (1865–1923), English international footballer Amy Shelton, U.S. cognitive psychology professor Anne Shelton (1475–1555), aunt of Anne Boleyn and mother of Henry VIII's mistress, Mary Shelton; wife of Sir John Shelton E. Dolby Shelton (1856–1944), English printer, publisher, and activist George M.
How common is the surname Shelton?
The surname Shelton is shared by approximately 91K people worldwide.
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