Eston
2025 SSA
About Eston
Eston is a masculine name with English origins, primarily derived from Old English elements meaning 'east town' or 'eastern settlement.' It began as a surname indicating someone who came from a place called Eston before transitioning to use as a given name. Eston has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, giving it a distinctive quality. The name has seen occasional usage in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries. It has a strong, traditional sound while still feeling somewhat unique in modern contexts. Eston conveys a sense of stability and geographic connection.
Pronounced ES-tun.
As of October 2026, Eston ranked #6916 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #861 for boys in 1900.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,434 | 22 | 11.5 |
| 2015 | #3,720 | 29 | 15.1 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,127 | 25 | 13.8 |
| 2019 | #4,845 | 20 | 11.1 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,933 | 20 | 11.7 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |