Heston
Heston: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhɛstən/
Meaning and origin of Heston
Root meaning: “brushwood”
- A male given name
Etymology
From Old English hǣs (“brushwood”) + tūn (“settlement”).
How popular is Heston?
Since 1880, 1,613 boys in the U.S. have been named Heston. Its highest rank for boys was #1892 in 2016. In 2025, 60 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Heston FAQ
What does the name Heston mean?
Heston traces back to a root meaning "brushwood". A male given name From Old English hǣs (“brushwood”) + tūn (“settlement”).
What is the origin of the name Heston?
Heston is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Heston?
Since 1880, 1,613 boys in the U.S. have been named Heston. Its highest rank for boys was #1892 in 2016. In 2025, 60 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Heston a boy or girl name?
Heston is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,613 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.