US Popularity:1018
Origin:American
Meaning:Prince town
Princeton is a boy’s name of American origin. This name, naturally, translates to “prince town” and is best known as the township in New Jersey that is home to the prestigious Ivy League university. Princeton, NJ is said to be named for William III of Orange and Nassau after the town was settled in the 17th century. As a given name, Princeton has a certain level of timeless refinement, taking the popular Prince to new heights. If you want to crown baby with a name that lets them stand out, this is the one for you.
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Princeton Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Princeton is currently #3708 on The Bump
Boy:Princeton is currently #1215 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Princeton is currently #1018 in U.S. births
Boy:Princeton is currently #346 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#1018
in 2022
- 38
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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