Townes

At a Glance: Name: Townes – Meaning: one who lives in or belongs to a town – Origin: English (surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: TOWNZ

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Townes is a boy's name pronounced TOWNZ, rooted in an English surname that literally meant one who lives in or belongs to a town. It's a straightforward, place-rooted name for parents who like something with a clear, literal meaning behind it rather than a symbolic one. SSA records show it's been in use since 2002, giving it a couple decades of documented history to look back on.

Meaning & Origin of Townes

Meaning: One who lives in or belongs to a town.

Origin: English (surname).

How to Pronounce Townes

Phonetic: TOWNZ   IPA: /ˈtaʊnz/

Popularity of Townes

Townes hit its high point in 2022 at rank #1491 with 122 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had slipped slightly to rank #1551 with 113 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2002–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Townes mean?

One who lives in or belongs to a town.

How do you pronounce Townes?

Townes is pronounced TOWNZ (IPA: /ˈtaʊnz/).

Is Townes a popular name right now?

Townes is near its all-time peak (#1491 in 2022), ranked #1551 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2002–2024.)

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