Fenton Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Fenton Name at a Glance

Name	Fenton
Meaning	'The Merry Wives of Windsor' A young gentleman.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Fenton Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Fenton means “'The Merry Wives of Windsor' A young gentleman”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Fenton Name Origin

Our database records Fenton under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Fenton a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Fenton is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Fenton

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