Boston
BOS-tun
✦ Meaning
“English place name meaning 'town of Botwulf,' a Saxon saint. As a given name, evokes New England heritage, sophistication, and geographic pride.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #627 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
2
Nicknames
Style
Famous Bearers
- Boston Rob Mariano (Survivor)
- Boston University
Cross-Cultural Notes
Works in English-speaking contexts
People Also Ask
English place name meaning 'town of Botwulf,' a Saxon saint. As a given name, evokes New England heritage, sophistication, and geographic pride.
Boston is currently ranked #627 in the United States. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Popular nicknames for Boston include Bo, Bos.
Names that pair beautifully with Boston include Savannah, Carolina, Salem, Brooklyn.