Summary

The surname Horton is of English origin and derives from the Old English word 'horu' meaning 'dirty' or 'muddy' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. It is believed to have originally been a locational name given to those who resided near or in a muddy settlement.
There are
85195
Hortons in the USA
Horton is the
367th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Horton

HortonSmith

Horton Smith was an American professional golfer who won two major championships, including the inaugural Masters Tournament in 1934.

TimHorton

Tim Horton was a Canadian professional ice hockey player and co-founder of the Tim Hortons restaurant chain, known for his defensive skills and physical play.

PeterHorton

Peter Horton is an American actor and director, best known for his role as Gary Shepherd on the television series 'thirty something' and his work as a director on shows like 'Grey's Anatomy.'

HortonFoote

Horton Foote was an American playwright and screenwriter, known for his works depicting life in the American South, including 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Tender Mercies.'

MaggieHorton

Maggie Horton is a fictional character from the soap opera 'Days of Our Lives,' played by actress Suzanne Rogers since 1973.

MarkHorton

Mark Horton is a British bridge player and writer, known for his contributions to bridge journalism and his success as a professional bridge player.

Dr.Seuss

Dr. Seuss, whose real name was Theodor Geisel, was an American writer and cartoonist, best known for his children's books such as 'The Cat in the Hat' and 'Green Eggs and Ham.'

HortonSmith

Horton Smith was an American professional golfer who won two major championships, including the inaugural Masters Tournament in 1934.

TimHorton

Tim Horton was a Canadian professional ice hockey player and co-founder of the Tim Hortons restaurant chain, known for his defensive skills and physical play.

PeterHorton

Peter Horton is an American actor and director, best known for his role as Gary Shepherd on the television series 'thirty something' and his work as a director on shows like 'Grey's Anatomy.'

HortonFoote

Horton Foote was an American playwright and screenwriter, known for his works depicting life in the American South, including 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Tender Mercies.'

Horton Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Horton' is of English origin and is a locational surname derived from the place name 'Horton' meaning 'dirty or muddy settlement' in Old English.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Horton' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the states of Texas, California, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. It is also present in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Horton' include 'Whorton' and 'Norton'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Horton' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of British colonization and in search of better opportunities.