Princeton: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the prince's noble town.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #417
- Peak
- #403 in 2017
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Princeton Means
Princeton is a boy name of English origin. A child from the prince's noble town.
How Popular Princeton Is
Princeton currently ranks #417 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #403 in 2017. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Princeton
- Princeton peaked at #403 in the U.S. in 2017.
- Princeton is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Princeton
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Princeton
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Princeton.
Questions About Princeton
What does Princeton mean?
Princeton is a boy name of English origin. A child from the prince's noble town.
How popular is Princeton?
Princeton currently ranks #417 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #403 in 2017. It has held steady.
Where does Princeton come from?
Princeton comes from English roots. Princeton peaked at #403 in the U.S. in 2017.
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