Arlton is a name of uncertain etymology, though it's thought to have origins in either Old French or Germanic languages. It is often considered a variant spelling of the given name Arland, which has roots in the Old Norse personal name 'Árni'. In some instances, Arlton may also be derived from an old English surname 'Arleton', which was likely a habitational name for someone who lived near an old farmstead or clearing. The name Arlton is rarely found today, with only a handful of individuals bearing this unique moniker worldwide.
Arlton was quite popular for baby girls in both 1917 and 1928 with five births each year, totaling ten babies named Arlton during this decade.