What is the origin of the name Princeton?

Princeton is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Princeton?

Princeton is currently ranked #614 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Princeton?

Princeton is pronounced PRIN-stun.

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Princeton

PRIN-stun

Popularity

#614

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

English

Total Births

9,828

Peak Year

#793 in 2017

First Recorded

1950

Style

Sophisticated & Formal, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An English place name. Originates from a town name, meaning 'Prince's town'.

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Prince Prin

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Numerology

The Idealist

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Nicknames

Prince Prin

Similar Names

Kingston Lincoln Easton Weston

Personality Traits

IntelligentConfidentLeaderAmbitious

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