US Popularity:5427
Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Settlement of the fowl
Neither fish nor fowl can fault this fabulous name! Fulton is a masculine moniker of Scottish and English origin. Meaning “settlement of the fowl,” this ancient surname derives from the Old English elements fugol, meaning “bird,” and tūn, meaning “enclosure settlement.” With a name like this, your little bird is sure to feel at home wherever they go. You might also recognize this name from The Mighty Ducks character Fulton Reed or the Seinfeld character Fulton.

Famous People Named Fulton

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  • Robert Fulton
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How Popular Is The Name Fulton?

U.S. Births

Overall:Fulton is currently #5427 in U.S. births
Boy:Fulton is currently #2508 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2508
in 2023
- 151
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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