Bristow

British place-name

"site of the bridge"

Bristow Origin and Meaning

The name Bristow is a boy's name.

Bristow is a distinctive masculine name with English origins, derived from an Old English surname and place name meaning 'place by the bridge.' With its strong consonant sounds and crisp ending, Bristow conveys a sense of strength and classic British heritage. The name has historical connections to several locations in England, most notably Bristol, which developed from similar linguistic roots. As a first name, Bristow remains quite rare, appealing to parents drawn to uncommon surname-as-first-name options with genuine historical roots. Its rarity combines with its straightforward pronunciation to create a name that's both distinctive and accessible.

The name Bristow in Pop Culture

• "Bristow " British comic strip by Frank Dickens and its main character
• Sydney and Jack Bristow characters on TV's Alias