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      Meaning of the first name
      Paton

      Origin 
      English

      Meaning 
      From Pacca's town

      Variations 
      Caton, Eaton, Latona

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Paton has its origins in the English language and is derived from the phrase From Pacca's town. This etymology suggests that the name originally referred to someone who hailed from a town or settlement belonging to an individual named Pacca. While the precise historical roots of the name Paton remain somewhat elusive, it can be inferred that it likely had its beginnings in medieval England.

      Throughout history, the name Paton appears in various contexts and has been borne by individuals from different walks of life. In ancient records, it is quite common to find Patons as landowners or peasants, reflecting the name's prevalence among the general population. Furthermore, prominent figures with the name Paton have made their mark in various fields such as literature, art, or academia, adding to the name's historical significance.

      In modern-day usage, the name Paton continues to persist, albeit in relatively modest numbers. It is frequently encountered as both a first and last name, and there are individuals with the name Paton scattered across different parts of the world. While not exceedingly popular, the name Paton retains its essence of being associated with an English origin and continues to be a part of contemporary naming practices.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Paton.
      Johnson

      is the most common surname for Paton.

      Mary

      is the most common spouse name for Paton.

      Mary

      is the most common child name for Paton.

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