What is "alderton"

__NOTOC__ Alderton may refer to:

Alderton is an English locational name from any of the various places so called, although they do not share the same derivations. Notable people with the surname include:

• Charles Alderton, the creator of Dr Pepper soft drink
• David Alderton (born 1956), English writer
• Gene Alderton (1934-1992), American football player
• Jimmy Alderton (born 1924), English footballer
• John Alderton (born 1940), English actor
• John Alderton (American football) (born 1931), American football player
• Rio Alderton (born 1982), English footballer
• Terry Alderton (born 1970), English comedian