Preston
Male name · ★ Classic
43,219
Total Births
2007
Peak Year
#274
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Preston
Preston is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 43,219 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 967 births |
| 1890s | 1,170 births |
| 1900s | 1,642 births |
| 1910s | 2,084 births |
| 1920s | 2,040 births |
| 1930s | 1,566 births |
| 1940s | 1,874 births |
| 1950s | 2,097 births |
| 1960s | 1,895 births |
| 1970s | 2,180 births |
| 1980s | 3,981 births |
| 1990s | 6,634 births |
| 2000s | 10,727 births |
| 2010s | 3,425 births |
| 2020s | 937 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Preston?
Preston has been given to 43,219 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2007 with 1,448 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #274.
Is Preston a boy or girl name?
Preston is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Preston most popular?
Preston was most popular in 2007, when 1,448 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Preston?
Preston first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).