About Orton
The surname Orton is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from several places called Orton in England, which are believed to have derived their name from the Old English words "ore" meaning "ore" or "metal" and "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, the surname Orton could refer to someone who lived near or worked in a settlement associated with metalworking or mining. Alternatively, it could also be a locational surname indicating a person's origin from one of the various places named Orton.
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