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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Stone settlement/enclosure
- Origin
- English (Old English/Saxon place name & surname)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- STAN-tuhn
Stanton is an English name that started out as a place name and surname, built from Old English words meaning stone settlement or enclosure. If you like names with a solid, grounded feel and a real historical paper trail, Stanton fits that description. U.S. Social Security records track it all the way back to 1880.
Meaning & Origin of Stanton
Meaning: Stone settlement/enclosure.
Origin: English (Old English/Saxon place name & surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Stanton
STAN-tuhnIPA /ˈstæntən/
Popularity of Stanton
Stanton hit its high point in 1949, ranking #647 with 112 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #5013, with only 20 babies named Stanton.
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FAQ
What does the name Stanton mean?
Stone settlement/enclosure. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Stanton?
Stanton is pronounced STAN-tuhn (IPA: /ˈstæntən/).
Is Stanton a popular name right now?
Stanton peaked at #647 in 1949 and is ranked #5013 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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