Everything about the name HUESTON

Meaning, origin, history

Hueston is a unique and rare English given name of Norman origin. It is derived from the Old French personal name Hueston, which was in turn derived from the Germanic elements hud "heart" and stān "stone". The name may also be associated with the Norman French surname Huet, which was derived from the Old French word huet meaning "hunted".

The name Hueston was brought to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is believed that the name was borne by a member of the noble Huet family who accompanied William the Conqueror to England. Over time, the name evolved and became anglicized as Hueston.

Today, Hueston is still a rare given name, but it remains an interesting choice for parents looking for a unique and historical name for their child. Despite its rarity, there are some notable individuals who have borne the name Hueston throughout history, including Hueston Smith, an American historian and author of "The World's Religions".

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Popularity of the name HUESTON since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The statistics provided show the annual occurrences of the name Hueston in the United States over several decades. From 1919 to 1932, there was a consistent average of five babies named Hueston each year, with a slight increase to seven births in 1921 and six births in both 1925 and 2023.

After a gap of nearly nine decades, the name Hueston resurfaced in 2016 with another five births. This indicates that while the name was less popular during the mid-to-late 20th century, it has experienced a recent revival in popularity.

Overall, based on the available data, there have been a total of 49 babies named Hueston born in the United States since 1919. While this number may seem small compared to more popular names, it is important to remember that each one represents an individual with their own unique story and identity.

These statistics provide a snapshot of the usage of the name Hueston over time, demonstrating how naming trends can fluctuate and change even for less common names. It also serves as a reminder that even with small sample sizes, every data point represents something meaningful and significant.