Kashton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kashton is a modern name that combines elements from 'Cash' and the suffix '-ton', meaning 'cash town'. It has evolved from names like Cash and Kash and has gained popularity in the United States in the 21st century. The name does not have biblical relevance, and it is currently viewed as unique and trendy, making it appealing to new parents.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kashton"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæʃtən/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Kashton is a modern name that likely combines elements from the name 'Cash' and the suffix '-ton', which is common in English place names and surnames.
Meaning
Cash town
Language Evolution
Cash, Kash, Kashton
Historical Usage
Kashton is a relatively new name that has gained popularity in the 21st century, especially in the United States, often seen as a unique or trendy choice for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Kash, Cash, Kashan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kashton is perceived as a modern, trendy name that appeals to parents looking for unique and distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Kashton Kauffman (a notable athlete), Kashton McCoy (a rising musician)
📊 Kashton Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Kashton Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 857 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kashton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kashton"
"Kashton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3520th of 24088 | 435 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 540th of 23106 | 6,413 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15602nd of 30306 | 50 |
Regional Popularity of "Kashton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.15% 2252nd/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
37.24% 2723rd/7313 |
39.58% 2954th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
11.67% 465th/3984 |
23.60% 1059th/4487 |
6.20% 423rd/6822 |
13.07% 820th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kashton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kashton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kashton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kashton" in the United States
The name Kashton is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kashton has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kashton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3520th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 540th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15602nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kashton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.