Alderton (surname)

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
 * Dolly Alderton, British writer
 * Gene Alderton (1934–1992), American football player
 * Jimmy Alderton (1924–1998), English footballer
 * John Alderton (born 1940), English actor
 * John Alderton (American football) (1931–2013), American football player
 * Lisle Alderton (1888–1969), New Zealand naval officer
 * Rio Alderton (born 1982), English footballer
 * Terry Alderton (born 1970), English comedian