Addington is an uncommon given name, of English origin, derived from a surname that is believed to have been derived from a place name. The place name Addington itself is thought to mean 'settlement of Eadwig's people', with 'Eadwig' being a personal name and '-ing' denoting association or belonging. As a given name, Addington is not particularly popular, but it does have a unique and vintage charm that may appeal to those seeking an unusual moniker for their child.
"Addington is an uncommon name with consistent popularity over time; five births recorded each in both 2010 and 2017."