Houston
ho(us)-ton
US Popularity:1371
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Hugh's town
Houston is a masculine name of Scottish origin. Traditionally used as a last name, it means “Hugh’s town,” which can, when given as a first name, act as a lovely nod to a dear one called Hugh. If you want to help baby connect with their Scottish roots—or connections with Houston, Texas—this name will definitely do the trick.
Famous People Named Houston
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Whitney HoustonSinger
How Popular Is The Name Houston?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Houston is currently #4974 on The Bump
Boy:Houston is currently #2799 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Houston is currently #1371 in U.S. births
Boy:Houston is currently #689 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#689
in 2023
+ 7
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Houston, February 2020
Ancestry, Houston Family History
Behind the Name, Houston, surname, November 2019
SurnameDB, Last name: Houston
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