Eston
Eston is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
East town or settlement in the east.
Origin and history
Eston is an English place name derived from Old English, traditionally meaning 'east town' or 'settlement in the east'. It originated as a habitational surname for people from various locations in England named Eston. In the United States, it remains a rare given name with steady, low-level usage over time.
Popularity in the United States
2,006 babies in the United States have been named Eston since 1880. It ranks #2876 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1840.
States where it is most popular
- GA (65.3 %)
- WV (8.8 %)
- NC (6.8 %)
- TN (4.8 %)
- TX (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 49 |
| 1910-1920 | 242 |
| 1920-1930 | 328 |
| 1930-1940 | 207 |
| 1940-1950 | 178 |
| 1950-1960 | 119 |
| 1960-1970 | 109 |
| 1970-1980 | 55 |
| 1980-1990 | 102 |
| 1990-2000 | 107 |
| 2000-2010 | 197 |
| 2010-2019 | 210 |
| 2020-2029 | 87 |
Fun facts
- The name originally designated someone who lived to the east of a primary settlement or came from towns named Eston in Yorkshire or North Riding.
- While Easton has risen significantly in U.S. popularity, Eston has remained a very distinct and uncommon choice.