Prescott Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPRES-kot / /ˈprɛskɒt/English; Old French
Meaning
English: priest's cottage; Old French: from the priest's estate
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Prescott has its roots in Old French and was brought to England after the Norman Conquest. It was originally a surname that denoted someone who lived near a priest's cottage or estate. Over time, it transitioned into a given name, particularly in the 19th century. The name has been used in various notable contexts, including as a place name in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Prescott has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Prescot
- Prescotts
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Prescott was first seen in the United States in 1913. Prescott has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Prescott has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Prescott (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 51 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 26 |