Stuart

At a Glance: Name: Stuart – Meaning: steward; one who manages a household or estate – Origin: Scottish (surname, variant of Stewart) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: STOO-urt

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Stuart is a Scottish surname name, a variant of Stewart, meaning "steward" — one who manages a household or estate. It's pronounced STOO-urt, and it falls into classic, vintage territory rather than following current trends. If you want a name with an old-world surname feel and a meaning rooted in stewardship, Stuart fits that mold.

Meaning & Origin of Stuart

Meaning: Steward; one who manages a household or estate.

Origin: Scottish (surname, variant of Stewart).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Stuart

Phonetic: STOO-urt   IPA: /ˈstuːərt/

Popularity of Stuart

Stuart peaked at #161 in 1960, when 2,072 boys were given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #3255, with only 37 boys given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Stuart mean?

Steward; one who manages a household or estate. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Stuart)

How do you pronounce Stuart?

Stuart is pronounced STOO-urt (IPA: /ˈstuːərt/).

Is Stuart a popular name right now?

Stuart peaked at #161 in 1960 and is ranked #3255 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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