Preston is an English surname and given name of Old French origin, meaning 'from Preston'. It was originally used as a place name, referring to locations such as Preston in Lancashire, England. The name has been widely used throughout history, particularly in English-speaking countries, and continues to be popular today.
The name Presten experienced varying popularity over time, with a significant increase in usage starting around the mid-90s. The highest number of births recorded was 42 in 2008. However, there has been a consistent decline in its popularity since then, with only 8 births recorded in both 2022 and 2023.