Prescott is an American given name of English origin, derived from the surname Prescot, which was originally a place name meaning "from Prees' cottage". It has been used as both a first and middle name in the United States since the 19th century. Prescott gained prominence due to notable individuals bearing this name, such as historian William H. Prescott and American statesman Carl Hayden Prescott.
"The name Prescott has seen a significant rise in popularity since the late 1980s, with notable spikes in the years 1989 (39 births) and 2017 (51 births). However, it appears to have declined slightly in recent years, with only 33 births recorded in 2022."