The name Alston is a girl's name meaning "dweller at the old town".

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Dropping the H off hot surnames gets you a whole new name. The trend is multiplying: Hadley becomes Adley, Harley become Arley, Harlow becomes Arlowe, and now Halston becomes Alston.
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Alston could work as an alternative to Alison.

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The name Alston peaked for girls at #12776 in 1999. Alston is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

The name Alston is a boy's name meaning "elves' town".

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Originally a family name and place name found primarily in England, it transitioned to occasional use as a first name. Alston carries an air of refinement and tradition, evoking images of English countryside estates and heritage. 

While never reaching mainstream popularity as a given name, it appeals to parents seeking something uncommon yet historically grounded. The name has aristocratic associations in British culture and provides the friendly nickname "Al" while maintaining a formal, dignified full version for professional settings.

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The name Alston is currently ranked #860 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #860 in 1894. It is currently rising in popularity. The name is most popular in ALSTON, ALSTON, and ALSTON. Alston is occasionally used for girls in 2019.

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