Bristol
b-ris-tol,
br(i)-stol
US Popularity:1026
Origin:British
Meaning:Meeting place by the bridge
Bristol is a gender-neutral name of Old English origin meaning “meeting place by the bridge.” It is derived from the Old English word brycgstow meaning “place at the bridge”—a reference to the bridge built over the River Avon in England around 1000 CE, where modern-day Bristol is located. Historically, the city of Bristol was a prosperous medieval trading town, a fact which rings true to this day. Bristol is a perfect option for parent with an affinity for unique place names.
How Popular Is The Name Bristol?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Bristol is currently #3470 on The Bump
Boy:Bristol is currently #1951 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Bristol is currently #2337 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Bristol is currently #1026 in U.S. births
Boy:Bristol is currently #7327 in U.S. births
Girl:Bristol is currently #527 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#527
in 2023
- 13
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Bristol, June 2019
Ancestry, Bristol Family History
House of Names, Bristol History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Bristol, October 2016
Online Etymology Dictionary, Bristol, October 2022
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