Keston Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKES-tun / ˈkɛstənEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
English: from the town of Keston; Scottish: 'the place of the wild garlic'
Historical & Cultural Background
Keston is a name that has roots in both English and Scottish cultures. It is derived from a place name, indicating a geographical origin. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nature and local landmarks. It has gained some popularity in modern times as a given name for boys.
Trend Summary
Keston has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kestyn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keston was first seen in the United States in 1981. Keston has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Wisconsin, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Keston has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keston (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| WI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 43 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 13 |