Save Type Surname (from location) Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈnɔɹ.tən/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History From the name of various towns in England meaning "north town" in Old English. Related NamesDetails Rootsnorþ + tunGiven Name DescendantNorton(English) Categories boxers, brand names, cardinal points, child actors, game show hosts, towns, vibraphonists