Milton
Milton is a boys' name of English origin meaning “mill town, settlement with a mill.” Milton is an English place name meaning 'mill town,' but its primary association is with John Milton, author of…
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what does Milton mean?
The name Milton means “mill town, settlement with a mill.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Milton is an English place name meaning 'mill town,' but its primary association is with John Milton, author of Paradise Lost, one of the greatest works in the English language. The name was popular in the early 20th century, carried by comedian Milton Berle and economist Milton Friedman. It projects intellectual distinction.
who are famous people named Milton?
- John Milton (English poet, Paradise Lost)
- Milton Friedman (American economist, Nobel Prize laureate)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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