Stetson Boy

Popularity: #135 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: STET-suhn //ˈstɛt.sən//

Origin: English; surname

Meaning: English: 'from Stetson'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Stetson has its roots in Old English, derived from the surname Stetson, which itself is believed to originate from the given name "Stet" or "Stett," a diminutive form of the name "Stephen." The name Stephen comes from the Greek name "Stephanos," meaning "crown" or "garland." This Greek name was adopted into Latin as "Stephanus" and later into Old French as "Estienne," before evolving into various forms in English, including Stetson. The transition into English likely occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Old French names were introduced into the English language.

Historically, the name Stetson is associated with the 19th-century American hat maker John B. Stetson, who founded the Stetson Hat Company in 1865.

His creation of the iconic cowboy hat, known as the "Stetson," became a symbol of the American West and cowboy culture. This association with a significant cultural artifact contributed to the name's recognition and resonance in American history.

The name Stetson has also been linked to various notable figures and families in the United States, particularly in the context of the Western expansion and the development of American identity during the 19th century. Culturally, the name Stetson evokes imagery of rugged individualism and frontier life, reflecting the spirit of exploration and adventure that characterized the American West.

The name's connection to the hat industry has also imbued it with connotations of craftsmanship and tradition. While diminutive forms like "Stet" may not be widely recognized, they reflect the name's adaptability and enduring presence in various contexts.

Overall, Stetson carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its linguistic origins and the legacy of its associations.

Famous people named Stetson

In this section, you will find notable people named Stetson. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Stetson who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Stetson who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Stetson Kennedy was an author and civil rights activist best known for his work on the folklore of Florida and his involvement in the civil rights movement.

Stetson University is a private university known for its law school and business programs.

Sibling suggestions

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Stetson was first seen in the United States in 1930.

Stetson has ranked as high as #236 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in Texas, Utah, Oklahoma, Georgia, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Stetson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Stetson is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Stetson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Stetson.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 2,699 2,662 37
2024 2,358 2,337 21
2023 2,012 1,990 22
2022 1,483 1,465 18
2021 891 879 12
2020 613 607 6
2019 517 517 0
2018 468 468 0
2017 407 402 5
2016 345 345 0
2015 306 306 0
2014 272 272 0
2013 212 212 0
2012 165 165 0
2011 152 152 0
2010 145 145 0
2009 126 126 0
2008 121 121 0
2007 98 98 0
2006 94 94 0
2005 94 94 0
2004 73 73 0
2003 80 80 0
2002 88 88 0
2001 76 76 0
2000 105 105 0
1999 107 107 0
1998 109 109 0
1997 122 122 0
1996 123 123 0
1995 152 152 0
1994 168 168 0
1993 159 159 0
1992 130 130 0
1991 124 124 0
1990 102 102 0
1989 108 108 0
1988 83 83 0
1987 64 64 0
1986 56 56 0
1985 34 34 0
1984 29 29 0
1983 22 22 0
1982 20 20 0
1980 8 8 0
1930 5 5 0

Top States for Stetson (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 343
15%
TN 129
6%
GA 122
5%
FL 102
4%
CA 97
4%
MO 95
4%
AL 92
4%
OK 83
4%
AR 82
4%
KY 78
3%
OH 70
3%
IN 68
3%
AZ 66
3%
LA 65
3%
NC 62
3%
WA 56
2%
ID 51
2%
MS 51
2%
CO 47
2%
VA 44
2%
IL 42
2%
PA 42
2%
KS 40
2%
UT 39
2%
IA 35
2%
SC 35
2%
MI 33
1%
OR 30
1%
WI 29
1%
MN 27
1%
MT 27
1%
WV 22
1%
NE 21
1%
ND 17
1%
WY 16
1%
SD 14
1%
NV 10
0%
MD 10
0%
NM 9
0%
NY 9
0%
ME 7
0%