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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who lives in or belongs to a town
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- TOWNZ
Townes is a boy's name pronounced TOWNZ, rooted in an English surname that literally meant one who lives in or belongs to a town. It's a straightforward, place-rooted name for parents who like something with a clear, literal meaning behind it rather than a symbolic one. SSA records show it's been in use since 2002, giving it a couple decades of documented history to look back on.
Meaning & Origin of Townes
Meaning: One who lives in or belongs to a town.
Origin: English (surname).
How to Pronounce Townes
TOWNZIPA /ˈtaʊnz/
Popularity of Townes
Townes hit its high point in 2022 at rank #1491 with 122 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had slipped slightly to rank #1551 with 113 babies.
Names Like Townes
These names share Townes’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Townes mean?
One who lives in or belongs to a town.
How do you pronounce Townes?
Townes is pronounced TOWNZ (IPA: /ˈtaʊnz/).
Is Townes a popular name right now?
Townes is near its all-time peak (#1491 in 2022), ranked #1551 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2002–2024.)
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