What is the origin of the name Kingston?

Kingston is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Kingston?

Kingston is currently ranked #14370 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Kingston?

Kingston is pronounced KING-stən.

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Kingston

KING-stən

Popularity

#14370

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

English

Total Births

44,821

Peak Year

#3,416 in 2021

First Recorded

1919

Style

Modern & Trendy, Royal & Regal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An English surname meaning 'king's town' or 'king's settlement'.

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King Ston

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Numerology

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Nicknames

King Ston

Similar Names

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Personality Traits

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