Bristol

At a Glance: Name: Bristol – Meaning: bridge place / settlement at the bridge – Origin: Old English (place name) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: BRIS-tul

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Bristol comes from Old English, literally meaning "bridge place" or "settlement at the bridge," and is pronounced BRIS-tul (IPA /ˈbrɪstəl/). It's a modern girl's name with a clean, modern, bold style — a solid pick for parents who like knowing exactly where a name comes from.

Meaning & Origin of Bristol

Meaning: Bridge place / settlement at the bridge.

Origin: Old English (place name).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Bristol

Phonetic: BRIS-tul   IPA: /ˈbrɪstəl/

Popularity of Bristol

Bristol hit its high point at #390 in 2019, when 788 girls were given the name, then dropped to #635 by 2024 with 463 — a real dip over five years, based on SSA records spanning 1915 to 2024.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1915–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Bristol mean?

Bridge place / settlement at the bridge. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Bristol)

How do you pronounce Bristol?

Bristol is pronounced BRIS-tul (IPA: /ˈbrɪstəl/).

Is Bristol a popular name right now?

Bristol peaked at #390 in 2019 and is ranked #635 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)

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