Bristol: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A place name evoking charm and character.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #491
- Peak
- #390 in 2019
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Bristol Means
Bristol is a girl name of English origin. A place name evoking charm and character.
How Popular Bristol Is
Bristol currently ranks #491 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #390 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Bristol
- Bristol peaked at #390 in the U.S. in 2019.
- Bristol is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Bristol is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Bristol
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Bristol
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Bristol.
Questions About Bristol
What does Bristol mean?
Bristol is a girl name of English origin. A place name evoking charm and character.
How popular is Bristol?
Bristol currently ranks #491 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #390 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Bristol come from?
Bristol comes from English roots. Bristol peaked at #390 in the U.S. in 2019.
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