gender neutral
Houston
Hugh's town, settlement on the hill
About Houston
Houston brings geographical grandeur to personal naming, carrying echoes of wide-open spaces and ambitious possibilities. This name suggests expansion, growth, and forward momentum—appropriate associations for a child just beginning life's journey. There's an inherently American quality to Houston, though it transcends simple regional identification to offer something more universal in its themes of opportunity and adventure. Boys named Houston often develop confident, outgoing personalities that match their name's bold presence. The name works equally well in casual and formal settings, comfortable in jeans or suits. Houston feels substantial without being heavy, friendly without being lightweight. It's a name that announces itself clearly, requiring no repetition or spelling corrections. Parents choosing Houston typically appreciate names with character and presence, names that tell a story before the bearer even speaks. The association with the famous Texas city adds layers of cultural reference without limiting the name's application. Houston stands as both classic and contemporary, familiar yet distinctive enough to ensure individuality.
Popularity of the Name Houston
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #451 | |
| 1881 | #545 | |
| 1882 | #443 | |
| 1883 | #454 | |
| 1884 | #497 | |
| 1885 | #533 | |
| 1886 | #351 | |
| 1887 | #432 | |
| 1888 | #390 | |
| 1889 | #603 | |
| 1890 | #548 | |
| 1891 | #391 | |
| 1892 | #561 | |
| 1893 | #456 | |
| 1894 | #472 | |
| 1895 | #422 | |
| 1896 | #361 | |
| 1897 | #428 | |
| 1898 | #496 | |
| 1899 | #528 | |
| 1900 | #389 | |
| 1901 | #319 | |
| 1902 | #362 | |
| 1903 | #378 | |
| 1904 | #404 | |
| 1905 | #405 | |
| 1906 | #459 | |
| 1907 | #399 | |
| 1908 | #368 | |
| 1909 | #428 | |
| 1910 | #427 | |
| 1911 | #509 | |
| 1912 | #518 | |
| 1913 | #479 | |
| 1914 | #471 | |
| 1915 | #457 | |
| 1916 | #444 | |
| 1917 | #457 | |
| 1918 | #460 | |
| 1919 | #449 | |
| 1920 | #461 | |
| 1921 | #470 | |
| 1922 | #481 | |
| 1923 | #504 | |
| 1924 | #471 | |
| 1925 | #491 | |
| 1926 | #481 | |
| 1927 | #492 | |
| 1928 | #493 | |
| 1929 | #497 | |
| 1930 | #533 | |
| 1931 | #522 | |
| 1932 | #496 | |
| 1933 | #559 | |
| 1934 | #565 | |
| 1935 | #594 | |
| 1936 | #578 | |
| 1937 | #595 | |
| 1938 | #531 | |
| 1939 | #623 | |
| 1940 | #519 | |
| 1941 | #568 | |
| 1942 | #573 | |
| 1943 | #609 | |
| 1944 | #582 | |
| 1945 | #614 | |
| 1946 | #627 | |
| 1947 | #621 | |
| 1948 | #684 | |
| 1949 | #684 | |
| 1950 | #727 | |
| 1951 | #699 | |
| 1952 | #716 | |
| 1953 | #701 | |
| 1954 | #751 | |
| 1955 | #808 | |
| 1956 | #804 | |
| 1957 | #910 | |
| 1958 | #886 | |
| 1963 | #893 | |
| 1964 | #886 | |
| 1965 | #862 | |
| 1967 | #819 | |
| 1968 | #855 | |
| 1982 | #998 | |
| 1983 | #943 | |
| 1984 | #851 | |
| 1985 | #941 | |
| 1986 | #786 | |
| 1987 | #696 | |
| 1988 | #715 | |
| 1989 | #724 | |
| 1990 | #726 | |
| 1991 | #681 | |
| 1992 | #749 | |
| 1993 | #712 | |
| 1994 | #632 | |
| 1995 | #639 | |
| 1996 | #635 | #959 |
| 1997 | #655 | |
| 1998 | #727 | |
| 1999 | #762 | |
| 2000 | #775 | |
| 2001 | #834 | |
| 2002 | #881 | |
| 2003 | #834 | |
| 2004 | #827 | |
| 2005 | #845 | |
| 2006 | #836 | |
| 2007 | #835 | |
| 2008 | #872 | |
| 2009 | #939 | |
| 2010 | #880 | |
| 2011 | #945 | |
| 2012 | #939 | |
| 2013 | #972 | |
| 2014 | #933 | |
| 2015 | #852 | |
| 2016 | #804 | |
| 2017 | #805 | |
| 2018 | #753 | |
| 2019 | #686 | |
| 2020 | #731 | |
| 2021 | #625 | |
| 2022 | #696 | |
| 2023 | #689 | |
| 2024 | #706 | |
| 2025 | #675 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Houston
- Houghton
- Howston
- Huston
Names Similar to Houston
Nicknames for Houston
- Hugh
- Hous
- Huey
- Tony
Famous People Named Houston
| Houston Astros | American baseball team |
| Sam Houston | American soldier and politician, important figure in Texas history |
| Houston Stewart Chamberlain | British-German philosopher and writer |
| Houston Alexander | American mixed martial artist |
| Houston Conwill | American sculptor and artist |
| Houston Nutt | American football coach |
| Houston Tumlin | American actor known for his role in "Talladega Nights" |
| Houston Baker | American scholar and literary critic |
| Houston Davis | American university president |
| Houston Person | American jazz saxophonist |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo | One of the largest rodeo events in the world |
| Houston Jones | American folk music band |
| Houston SPCA | Animal welfare organization based in Houston, Texas |
| Houston Street | A major thoroughfare in New York City |
| Houston Rockets | American basketball team |
| Houston White | American entrepreneur and community activist |
| Houston Colt .45s | Former name of the Houston Astros baseball team |
| Houston Dash | American professional women's soccer team |
| Houston Miller | American artist and illustrator |
| Houston I. Flournoy | U.S. Navy admiral |
Characters Named Houston
| Houston Blackwood | A detective character in a crime novel series |
| Houston Pierce | Fictional protagonist in a sci-fi adventure book |
| Houston Ryder | Space explorer in a futuristic novel |
| Houston Ford | Western hero in a series of cowboy novels |
| Houston Grant | Spy and secret agent in a thriller series |
| Houston McKenna | Fictional archaeologist in an action-adventure movie |
| Houston Tate | Main character in a mystery novel |
| Houston Shaw | Time traveler in a sci-fi TV series |
| Houston Clarke | Teenage detective in a young adult book series |
| Houston Manning | Protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Houston Steele | Superhero character in a comic book series |
| Houston Knox | Magical wizard in a fantasy novel |
| Houston Blake | Detective in a crime drama TV show |
| Houston Chandler | Romantic lead in a romance novel |
| Houston Sullivan | Zombie hunter in a horror graphic novel |
| Houston Cooper | Sci-fi space captain in a video game |
| Houston Wallace | Time-traveling adventurer in a children's book |
| Houston Barrett | Steampunk inventor in a fantasy series |
| Houston Tucker | Cowboy gunslinger in a Western movie |
| Houston Collins | Young wizard attending a magical school in a fantasy book |