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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Priest's cottage
- Origin
- Old English (place name/surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- PRES-kuht
Prescott is a boy's name rooted in Old English, originally a place name and surname meaning "priest's cottage." It's pronounced PRES-kuht (IPA /ˈprɛskət/). If you like names that started out as surnames and carry a clear, traceable meaning, this is one to consider.
Meaning & Origin of Prescott
Meaning: Priest's cottage.
Origin: Old English (place name/surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Prescott
PRES-kuhtIPA /ˈprɛskət/
Popularity of Prescott
Prescott has stayed rare across more than a century of SSA records: it reached its highest point at #1660 in 1962 with 24 boys given the name, and by 2024 it ranked #3792, with 40 boys named Prescott that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Prescott mean?
Priest’s cottage. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Prescott?
Prescott is pronounced PRES-kuht (IPA: /ˈprɛskət/).
Is Prescott a popular name right now?
Prescott peaked at #1660 in 1962 and is ranked #3792 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1913–2024.)
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