Kingston is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1804 in 2016 with 13 recorded births. This places Kingston in the top 29% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 34 births ranking #818. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 333.3%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 25,533 boys born was named Kingston. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Kingston is an English place-name and surname name meaning "king's town". It feels bold, modern, and highly visible in contemporary boys' naming.
The name grew strongly through the popularity of place and surname names and has remained a favourite because of its strong sound and elevated feel. It reads as modern and confident rather than traditional.