Stetson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSTET-suhn / /ˈstɛt.sən/English; surname
Meaning
English: 'from Stetson'
Historical & Cultural Background
Stetson originated as a surname in England, often denoting a person from a place called Stetson. The name gained popularity as a given name in the United States, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is also associated with the Stetson hat, a style of cowboy hat popularized by John B. Stetson, an American hat maker. The name evokes images of the American West and rugged individualism.
Trend Summary
Stetson has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Stet
- Stetson
International Variants
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Famous people named Stetson
Stetson University is named after the same John B. Stetson, reflecting his contributions to the community.
Fictional characters named Stetson
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Stetson was first seen in the United States in 1930. Stetson has ranked as high as #264 nationally, which occurred in 2024, 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)
Top States for Stetson (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 338 | |
TN | 129 | |
GA | 122 | |
FL | 102 | |
CA | 97 | |
MO | 95 | |
AL | 92 | |
OK | 83 | |
AR | 82 | |
KY | 78 | |
OH | 70 | |
IN | 68 | |
AZ | 66 | |
LA | 65 | |
NC | 62 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1930 | 5 |
1980 | 8 |
1982 | 20 |
1983 | 22 |
1984 | 29 |
1985 | 34 |
1986 | 56 |
1987 | 64 |
1988 | 83 |
1989 | 108 |
1990 | 102 |
1991 | 124 |
1992 | 130 |
1993 | 159 |
1994 | 168 |
1995 | 152 |
1996 | 123 |
1997 | 122 |
1998 | 109 |
1999 | 107 |
2000 | 105 |
2001 | 76 |
2002 | 88 |
2003 | 80 |
2004 | 73 |
2005 | 94 |
2006 | 94 |
2007 | 98 |
2008 | 121 |
2009 | 126 |
2010 | 145 |
2011 | 152 |
2012 | 165 |
2013 | 212 |
2014 | 272 |
2015 | 306 |
2016 | 345 |
2017 | 402 |
2018 | 468 |
2019 | 517 |
2020 | 607 |
2021 | 879 |
2022 | 1,465 |
2023 | 1,989 |
2024 | 2,328 |