Preston
p-res-ton,
pr(e)-ston
US Popularity:485
Origin:British
Meaning:Priest's town, priest's estate
With English origins, Preston is a boy’s name meaning “priest’s town” or "priest's estate." This old-fashioned and rather quirky name can be seen as both posh and common, especially in British culture. Preston is also the name place of a Northern English town once known for its role in the industrial revolution. With a sophisticated air, this moniker is a fitting choice whether you want baby to stand out on the town, connect them to their faith, or perhaps pay homage to their heritage.
Famous People Named Preston
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- Preston BaileyActor
- Preston StrotherTV Actor
- Preston SummervilleCountry Singer
- Sean Preston FederlineSon of Britney Spears
Preston Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Preston is currently #1023 on The Bump
Boy:Preston is currently #270 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Preston is currently #485 in U.S. births
Boy:Preston is currently #168 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#485
in 2022
- 29
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Ancestry, Preston Family History
Behind the Name, Preston June 2019
SurnameDB, Last name: Preston
House of Names, Preston History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Name Doctor, Preston
Collins Dictionary, Defintion of 'Preston'
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