Nolton is a name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'nobilis', which means noble. It was historically used as a surname before evolving into a given name. The name Nolton has been recorded in England since the 16th century and is still used today, though it remains relatively uncommon.
The name Nolton appears to have been moderately popular during the early to mid-20th century, with a total of 115 births recorded between 1913 and 1952. The highest number of births in any single year was 12 in 1914, while there were several years with just five births. Notably, the name maintained some popularity throughout this period, with at least one birth each decade except for the 1960s and 1970s.