Belton

Topographic

Meaning

One from Belton, a place-name meaning 'beautiful town' or 'settlement by a bell.'

Etymology

Derived from Old English elements 'belle' (bell) or 'bel' (beautiful) combined with 'tun' (settlement or town). The surname originated as a topographic reference to residents of Belton.

About the Belton Surname

An English topographic surname derived from place-names found in England. The name was carried to North America through English settlement and immigration.

Distribution

Found in England and English-speaking regions, with notable populations in the United States.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Belton Surname

Samuel J. Belton