Langston
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Popularity
#14420
Letters
8
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
7,427
Peak Year
#425 in 2016
First Recorded
1912
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An English surname of locational origin, derived from a place name meaning "long town" or "long stone."
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Langston Hughes
American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright
Personality Traits
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