Easton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEES-ton / /ˈiːstən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'east town'; Old English: 'from the east town'
Historical & Cultural Background
Easton is derived from Old English elements meaning 'east' and 'town'. It has been used as a surname and a place name in England. The name has gained popularity as a first name in recent decades, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Easton has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eastin
International Variants
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Famous people named Easton
Easton Corbin is an American country music singer known for his hit songs and albums.
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Fictional characters named Easton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Easton was first seen in the United States in 1907. Easton has ranked as high as #99 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Michigan, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Easton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Easton (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 313 | |
| CA | 194 | |
| FL | 186 | |
| NC | 148 | |
| TN | 142 | |
| OH | 142 | |
| GA | 126 | |
| PA | 118 | |
| IN | 103 | |
| MO | 102 | |
| MI | 97 | |
| IL | 89 | |
| VA | 87 | |
| NY | 85 | |
| KY | 85 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 32 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 59 |
| 1991 | 54 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 85 |
| 1994 | 120 |
| 1995 | 144 |
| 1996 | 168 |
| 1997 | 194 |
| 1998 | 254 |
| 1999 | 269 |
| 2000 | 344 |
| 2001 | 355 |
| 2002 | 413 |
| 2003 | 504 |
| 2004 | 619 |
| 2005 | 735 |
| 2006 | 844 |
| 2007 | 904 |
| 2008 | 1,105 |
| 2009 | 1,369 |
| 2010 | 2,710 |
| 2011 | 3,762 |
| 2012 | 3,943 |
| 2013 | 4,649 |
| 2014 | 4,988 |
| 2015 | 5,229 |
| 2016 | 5,642 |
| 2017 | 5,519 |
| 2018 | 5,460 |
| 2019 | 4,893 |
| 2020 | 4,654 |
| 2021 | 4,625 |
| 2022 | 4,161 |
| 2023 | 3,644 |
| 2024 | 3,336 |