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The name Stetson originates from an English surname meaning 'Stephen's town' or 'settlement'. It evolved from Old English through Middle English to its modern form. The name is associated with ruggedness and Western culture, notably due to John B. Stetson's influence in the hat industry. It does not have a biblical background, and it gained popularity in the late 19th century in the U.S. The name has variants like Stet and Steve, and it is perceived positively in contemporary culture.

The name Stetson is most popular in Idaho, 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, Stetson has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Stetson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9749th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1110th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1357th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 393rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12210th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Stetson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.