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At a Glance: Name: Stone – Meaning: from the English word for stone/rock; originally a surname for someone who lived near a notable stone or worked with stone – Origin: English (surname, from Old English "stan") – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: STOHN
Stone is a boy's name pronounced STOHN, taken straight from the English word for rock. It began as a surname in Old English ("stan"), given to someone who lived near a notable stone or worked with stone, before becoming a first name in its own right. With its plainspoken, elemental feel, it fits parents drawn to bohemian, trailblazing, minimalist, or nature-inspired naming styles.
Meaning & Origin of Stone
Meaning: From the english word for stone/rock; originally a surname for someone who lived near a notable stone or worked with stone.
Origin: English (surname, from Old English "stan").
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Stone
Phonetic: STOHN IPA: /ˈstoʊn/
Popularity of Stone
Stone hit its high point in 1997, ranking #623 with 277 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #1048 with 210 babies, based on Social Security data spanning 1919 to 2024.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1919–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Stone mean?
From the english word for stone/rock; originally a surname for someone who lived near a notable stone or worked with stone. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Stone)
How do you pronounce Stone?
Stone is pronounced STOHN (IPA: /ˈstoʊn/).
Is Stone a popular name right now?
Stone peaked at #623 in 1997 and is ranked #1048 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1919–2024.)
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