Stonewall
Stonewall is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Stone wall, boundary mark, or stone fortification.
Origin and history
Stonewall is an English habitational surname turned given name, derived from Old English words meaning 'stone wall'. Historically associated with American figures like General Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson and the pivotal Stonewall riots in LGBT rights history, it saw moderate historical use in the United States. Today, it remains a rare and distinct masculine name.
Popularity in the United States
696 babies in the United States have been named Stonewall since 1880. It ranks #3980 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- VA (54.5 %)
- AL (22.7 %)
- GA (22.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 31 |
| 1890-1900 | 26 |
| 1900-1910 | 27 |
| 1910-1920 | 154 |
| 1920-1930 | 164 |
| 1930-1940 | 89 |
| 1940-1950 | 94 |
| 1950-1960 | 34 |
| 1960-1970 | 16 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 16 |
| 2000-2010 | 18 |
| 2010-2019 | 17 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Stonewall
- Stonewall Jackson: Military officer
Fun facts
- It originated as an Old English habitational name for someone living near a notable boundary wall built of stone.
- The name Stonewall is prominent in American history due to military figures as well as the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City.