Estill
Estill is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Derived from an English surname, potentially associated with places near east hills or quiet waters.
Origin and history
Estill is a rare masculine name of English origin, historically derived from a habitational surname or place name. It was most frequently used in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but it has since fallen out of common usage. Today, it stands as a vintage, distinctive choice with historical ties to places like Estill County, Kentucky.
Popularity in the United States
1,246 babies in the United States have been named Estill since 1880. It ranks #3452 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 41 |
| 1910-1920 | 258 |
| 1920-1930 | 280 |
| 1930-1940 | 197 |
| 1940-1950 | 176 |
| 1950-1960 | 104 |
| 1960-1970 | 98 |
| 1970-1980 | 59 |
| 1980-1990 | 12 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to U.S. geography, notably Estill County in Kentucky, named after 18th-century officer James Estill.
- Most recorded U.S. births for Estill occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries before decreasing in usage.