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Alton

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“Town at the source of the river”

Alton from an Old English surname which was derived from a place name meaning "town at the source of the river".

Saintly namesake: Alto of Altomünster was an Irish monk who founded the monastery at Altomünster in Bavaria. He is remembered for his missionary work in Germany. (February 9 · 8th century)

English2 syllables · /ˈɔl.tən/

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