EntertainmentAmerican1923 – 2008
Charleton Heston
Actor in 'Ben-Hur', 'The Ten Commandments', and 'Planet of the Apes'
Biography
American actor and political activist known for his epic film roles and distinctive voice. He starred in numerous biblical and historical films during Hollywood's Golden Age.
Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1923
Died
2008
Thinking about the name
Charleton
English origin
“A variant spelling of Charlton or Charleston, maintaining the meaning 'settlement of free men' (Charles + ton). Charleton represents an alternative standardization of the place-name-derived given name. The name carries American historical resonance with accessible, straightforward presentation.”