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What does the baby name Preston mean? Learn about what Preston means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Preston - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Preston
P-R-E-S-T-O-N, is a 7-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Preston
PRES-tən
PRESS tun
Meaning of Preston
The priest's village, from the priest's town, priest town, priest settlement, the estate of a priest.
Origin of Preston
The name 'Preston' has English origins. It is derived from the Old English surname 'Preston', which was originally a locational name referring to individuals who hailed from a place called Preston. The name 'Preston' itself is composed of two elements: 'preost', meaning 'priest', and 'tun', meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. Therefore, the name 'Preston' can be interpreted as 'priest's settlement' or 'enclosure of the priests'.
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Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Preston
Presten
Popularity of Preston
The name 'Preston' has experienced varying levels of popularity over the years. In the United States, it gained significant attention in the late 20th century and has remained consistently popular since then. It reached its peak in popularity in the early 2000s and has maintained a steady presence on baby name charts.
Preston currently has 339 likes, and is in the top 2% of liked boy's names. The name Lincoln is slightly more popular than Preston.

Etymology of Preston

The etymology of the name 'Preston' can be traced back to its Old English origins. The element 'preost' comes from the Old English word 'preost', which means 'priest'. This word is derived from the Latin 'presbyter', which also means 'priest'. The element 'tun' comes from the Old English word 'tun', which means 'enclosure' or 'settlement'.

Cultural Significance of Preston

The name 'Preston' does not hold significant cultural or religious significance. However, as a surname-derived given name, it may carry familial and historical significance for individuals whose ancestors bore the surname 'Preston'. It can serve as a connection to one's heritage and lineage.