boy name
Kingston
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#204 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Kingston in the US, 1880–2025
Kingston first appears in US records in 1919. It peaked in 2021, when 3,410 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,725.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kingston a boy or a girl name?
Kingston is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kingston?
In 2025, Kingston ranked #204 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kingston most popular?
Kingston was most popular in 2021, when about 3,410 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.