Bristol Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBRIS-tuhl / /ˈbrɪstəl/English; Place name
Meaning
English: 'Bristol' refers to a city in England; Place name: 'the site of the bridge'
Historical & Cultural Background
Bristol is a city in the southwest of England with a rich maritime history. It has been a significant port since the Middle Ages and played a key role in trade and exploration. The name itself derives from Old English, meaning 'the place of the bridge'. In modern times, Bristol is known for its vibrant culture and arts scene.
Trend Summary
Bristol has seen a rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
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Variants
- Brystol
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bristol was first seen in the United States in 1973. Bristol has ranked as high as #692 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Bristol has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bristol (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 38 | |
NC | 36 | |
OH | 30 | |
FL | 25 | |
TN | 22 | |
WV | 19 | |
WI | 18 | |
CA | 18 | |
GA | 18 | |
IN | 17 | |
KY | 16 | |
VA | 14 | |
CO | 13 | |
MO | 12 | |
IA | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1973 | 6 |
1980 | 9 |
1982 | 8 |
1983 | 6 |
1984 | 8 |
1985 | 20 |
1987 | 17 |
1988 | 7 |
1989 | 9 |
1990 | 13 |
1991 | 19 |
1992 | 16 |
1993 | 12 |
1994 | 14 |
1995 | 13 |
1997 | 11 |
1998 | 22 |
1999 | 16 |
2000 | 15 |
2001 | 19 |
2002 | 31 |
2003 | 26 |
2004 | 31 |
2005 | 24 |
2006 | 30 |
2007 | 31 |
2008 | 65 |
2009 | 438 |
2010 | 517 |
2011 | 719 |
2012 | 718 |
2013 | 726 |
2014 | 755 |
2015 | 705 |
2016 | 590 |
2017 | 638 |
2018 | 609 |
2019 | 788 |
2020 | 621 |
2021 | 691 |
2022 | 609 |
2023 | 574 |
2024 | 463 |