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Afton Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "afton" is "from the afton river", and is used often for "both boys and girls".

Name
afton
Meaning
from the afton river
Pronunciation
af-tən
Used for
both boys and girls
Syllables
2

Afton Name Details

The name Afton is of Scottish origin. It is derived from the name of the Afton River, which is located in Ayrshire, Scotland. The Afton River is famously mentioned in the poem 'Flow Gently, Sweet Afton' by Robert Burns. The name Afton gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily in English-speaking countries. It is often used as a unisex name, suitable for both boys and girls.

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