Skelton Name Meaning

The name Skelton is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "skjöldr" meaning "shield." It is a surname that eventually became used as a given name.

As a surname, Skelton originated as a locational name referring to a place called Skelton, found in various locations across England. The name may also have been used to refer to someone who lived near a dry riverbed or a ravine, as "skel" means dry in Old Norse.