Kingston
Kingston is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
King's town, estate, or settlement.
Origin and history
Kingston originated as an Old English habitational surname meaning 'king's manor' or 'king's settlement'. It transitioned into a popular given name in the United States during the early 21st century. Its steady usage reflects a broader trend toward aristocratic and place-name inspired given names.
Popularity in the United States
46,406 babies in the United States have been named Kingston since 1880. It ranks #533 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #140.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.7 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- GA (6.4 %)
- FL (5.1 %)
- TN (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 9 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 31 |
| 1950-1960 | 19 |
| 1960-1970 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 28 |
| 1980-1990 | 61 |
| 1990-2000 | 190 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,528 |
| 2010-2019 | 25,651 |
| 2020-2029 | 15,867 |
Famous people named Kingston
- Kingston Rossdale: Musician
Nicknames
King
Fun facts
- Numerous locations in England and throughout the Commonwealth bear the name Kingston, most notably the capital of Jamaica.
- The name experienced a swift rise in popularity in the U.S. starting in the mid-2000s.