Marshland settlement
Derived from the Old English elements 'fenn', meaning marsh or fen, and 'tun', meaning enclosure or settlement. It originally served as a habitational surname for families living near low-lying wetlands. In a modern context, it is appreciated for its surname-as-first-name appeal and its connection to the natural landscape.
Less common today
Fenton isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,027 in 2015.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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