Seaton is an uncommon yet intriguing first name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "sæ" meaning "sea," and "tūn" signifying "town" or "settlement." Thus, Seaton translates to "settlement by the sea." This name has a strong connection to coastal regions and could have been bestowed upon those who lived near the shore in ancient times. It is also associated with the town of Seaton in East Devon, England, which lends its name to this unique moniker.
The name Seaton experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a peak of 10 births in both 1918 and 2007, and a recent decline since 2012. The total number of births recorded for the name Seaton is 126 across the specified periods.