Easton
Easton: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːstən/
Meaning and origin of Easton
Root meaning: “east”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Old English ēast (“east”) + tūn (“settlement”). Doublet of Aston.
How popular is Easton?
Since 1880, 1,001 girls and 79,440 boys in the U.S. have been named Easton (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2508 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #66 in 2016. In 2025 it ranked #110 for boys, with 3,218 babies given the name.
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Easton FAQ
What does the name Easton mean?
Easton traces back to a root meaning "east". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Old English ēast (“east”) + tūn (“settlement”). Doublet of Aston.
What is the origin of the name Easton?
Easton is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Easton?
Since 1880, 1,001 girls and 79,440 boys in the U.S. have been named Easton (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2508 in 2015. Its highest rank for boys was #66 in 2016. In 2025 it ranked #110 for boys, with 3,218 babies given the name.
Is Easton a boy or girl name?
Easton is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,001 girls and 79,440 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.