Kipton
Kipton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Kip's town or settlement.
Origin and history
Kipton is a modern English name derived from an English surname and place name, historically meaning 'Kip's town' or 'estate of Ceappa'. It has emerged as a contemporary choice in the United States, following the popularity of modern surnames ending in '-ton'. While still uncommon overall, it has seen increased usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,351 babies in the United States have been named Kipton since 1880. It ranks #3359 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1609.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.1 %)
- OH (15.1 %)
- IA (11.5 %)
- IN (9.2 %)
- MO (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 18 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 65 |
| 2010-2019 | 917 |
| 2020-2029 | 318 |
Nicknames
Kip
Fun facts
- The name originally designated someone from a place like Kipton in Norfolk, England.
- Kipton gained modern appeal in the U.S. alongside the rise of names ending in the '-ton' suffix.