Merton - Unique Boy Names

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Merton

/ˈmɜːrtən/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Settlement by a lake or pool

Represents stability, rootedness, and connection to the land; suggests a person grounded in tradition and history.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, continuity, and intellectual refinement; often linked to institutions of learning and established lineage.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'mere' (lake, pool) and 'tun' (settlement, enclosure), originally referring to someone from a place named Merton, such as the borough in London or villages in Surrey and Devon.

Style & Origin

traditional

unique

english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Merton is rooted in British place names and surnames, historically associated wit

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