Lower, Mark A (1860) Patronymica Britannica: a dictionary of the family names of the United Kingdom. London: J.R. Smith. Public Domain.
HILTON
As described in historical dictionaries
Patronymica Britannica (1860)
HILTON. There are parislies and places so called in many counties, and proliably several distinct families. The great baronial race who flourished in the XIV. cent, derived their name from the Castle of Hylton or Hilton, co. Durham, their ancient seat.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English