Townsend: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the edge of the town.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #5905
- Peak
- #2252 in 1934
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 Townsend Means
Townsend is a boy name of English origin. A child from the edge of the town.
How Popular Townsend Is
Townsend currently ranks #5905 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2252 in 1934. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Townsend
- Townsend is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Townsend is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Townsend
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Townsend
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Questions About Townsend
What does Townsend mean?
Townsend is a boy name of English origin. A child from the edge of the town.
How popular is Townsend?
Townsend currently ranks #5905 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #2252 in 1934. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Townsend come from?
Townsend comes from English roots. Townsend is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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