By a unanimous decision it was given the name "Allanton" - as a gesture of respect for the late James Allan of nearby "Hopehill", a former Otago Provincial Councillor, County Councillor and East Taieri Church Elder.
In a unanimous decision, the place was named "Allanton" as a tribute to James Allan, who resided in "Hopehill".  He was a respected figure in the community, having served as an Otago Provincial Councillor, County Councillor, and East Taieri Church Elder.