Stockton

Meaning from the tree trunk town
Origin English
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 8
Syllables 2
Syllabification Stock-ton

About Stockton

When it comes to selecting the perfect name for a baby boy, one name that encapsulates strength and history is Stockton. This English-origin name carries with it the essence of a sturdy and enduring presence.

Derived from Old English words "stocc" (tree trunk) and "tun" (enclosure or settlement), Stockton was originally a locational surname that referred to a village near a tree trunk. As a given name, Stockton is a choice that echoes the timeless virtues of solidity and resilience.

Parents who choose the name Stockton for their baby boy are bestowing upon him a name that is both unique and classic. With variations like Stockten and Stockston, the name offers a range of possibilities while retaining its strong foundation. The name Stockton not only connects the present with the past but also provides a name that exudes character and strength, making it a choice that can stand the test of time.

Variations of Name Stockton

Stock
Stanford
Stanley
Steffan
Stefon
Stanton

Nicknames for Stockton

Stock
Ton
Stocky
Tony
Stocko
Stockton

Famous People Named Stockton

Stockton Maloneformer NBA basketball players
Stockton BriggleAmerican pianist
Stockton HoughBritish sculptor
Stockton DarlingtonAmerican astronomer
Stockton AxsonAmerican writer
Stockton MulfordAmerican author
Stockton RushAmerican entrepreneur
Stockton StrawbridgeAmerican lawyer
Stockton P. DonelsonAmerican diplomat
Stockton BatesAmerican politician

Characters Named Stockton

Stockton Hawkescharacter in the novel "The Lost Gate" by Orson Scott Card

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