There are
4282
Carletons in the USA
Carleton is the
7753rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Carleton

GuyCarleton

British military officer and colonial administrator. Known for his role as Governor of Quebec during the American Revolution and for negotiating the evacuation of British troops from New York City.

WillCarleton

American poet and journalist. Notable for his poems depicting rural life in the Midwest and his support for causes such as temperance and women's suffrage.

DudleyCarleton

English diplomat and politician. Served as the ambassador to the Dutch Republic and played a key role in negotiating the Peace of Westphalia, which ended the Eighty Years' War.

HenryGuy

Canadian businessman and philanthropist. Known for his contributions to educational institutions and cultural organizations in Canada, particularly in the province of Quebec.

WillisCarleton

American architect and designer. Noted for his contributions to the development of modernist architecture in the mid-20th century and his innovative use of materials and spatial arrangements.

Carleton Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Carleton is of English origin.
Geographic DistributionCarleton is a relatively common surname found primarily in English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the Carleton surname include Charleton, Carlton, Carelton, Carletan, and Karleton.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the Carleton surname have occurred throughout history. The exact times and places vary, but notable periods of migration and immigration include the colonization of North America, settlement in Canada, and migration within the United Kingdom and its former colonies. Reasons for migration and immigration include economic opportunities, religious freedom, and familial ties.