Keston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Keston originates from Old English, meaning 'town by the fort'. It evolved through historical forms such as Cēastertūn and Kestune before arriving at its modern English form. The name is associated with strength and has gained popularity in recent times, although it has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keston"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛstən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Keston is derived from the Old English elements 'cēaster', meaning 'fort', and 'tūn', meaning 'town' or 'settlement'. Therefore, it signifies a 'town by the fort'.
Meaning
town by the fort
Language Evolution
Cēastertūn (Old English), Kestune (Middle English), Keston (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Keston has been used as a given name since the 20th century and gained popularity in certain English-speaking regions as a modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kest, Kestyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Keston is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and stability.
Famous People
Keston John, a British actor, Keston McKoy, a notable athlete
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Keston Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Wisconsin
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keston"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Keston"
"Keston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5362nd of 16616 | 129 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3796th of 24088 | 385 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4143rd of 23106 | 299 |
Regional Popularity of "Keston" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.19% 2677th/3984 |
- |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Keston" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keston" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Keston" in the United States
The name Keston is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Keston has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Keston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5362nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3796th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4143rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Keston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.