Stone
Stone is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Dweller by the stone or rock; small rock.
Origin and history
Stone is an English word name derived from an Old English vocabulary word referring to rock or stone, originally used as a topographic surname for someone living near a prominent rock. In contemporary U.S. usage, it functions as a strong, nature-inspired modern boy's name. It has seen a steady rise in popularity as part of the modern trend toward word and surname names.
Popularity in the United States
6,676 babies in the United States have been named Stone since 1880. It ranks #1482 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #926.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.2 %)
- CA (13.6 %)
- FL (8.3 %)
- OH (5.9 %)
- PA (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 7 |
| 1920-1930 | 36 |
| 1930-1940 | 12 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 15 |
| 1980-1990 | 32 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,445 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,060 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,730 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,328 |
Famous people named Stone
- Stone Gossard: Musician, Songwriter
Fun facts
- It originated in medieval England as a surname for individuals living near a notable stone landmark or working with stone.
- Along with names like River, Flint, and Slate, Stone gained traction in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a rugged masculine choice.