Kingston
king-stin
US Popularity:224
Origin:British
Meaning:King's town; Royal stone
Kingston is a baby boy name of British origin. Commonly derived from Kingston upon Thames and Kingston upon Hull, this Old English baby name means “king’s town” or "royal stone." If you’re well-traveled, you may recognize this name in another part of the globe with botanical gardens, warm temperatures, and majestic waterfalls. Kingston—the capital of Jamaica—is a vibrant island known for its beautiful beaches and reggae music. No matter where baby grows up, this name can remind baby of their own little kingdom.
Famous People Named Kingston
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Kingston James RossdaleSon of Gavin Rossdale
- Kingston Michael LyncheSon of Michael Lynche
Kingston Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kingston is currently #1405 on The Bump
Boy:Kingston is currently #394 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kingston is currently #224 in U.S. births
Boy:Kingston is currently #86 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#224
in 2022
- 35
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Kingston, January 2022
Ancestry, Kingston Family History
SurnameDB, Last name: Kingston
Britannica, Kingston, natioinal capital, Jamaica
Britannica, Kingston upon Thames, royal borough, London, United Kingdom, August 2022
Britannica, Kingston upon Hull, city and unitary authority, England, United Kingdom, February 2024
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