pragmatic · reliable · Tradition
Source: English
Root Word: ceorl
Derived From: Old English
Meaning: Ceorl means "farmer" or "free man," and the suffix "ton" refers to a town or settlement.
Popularity History: Charlton was more common in the early 20th century, but has become less common in the United Kingdom and the United States in recent years, and is more often used as a place name.