Find out how popular the first name Cashton has been for the last 25 years (from 1999 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cashton by gender

Based on the last 25 years of data, Cashton is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 173 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Cashton.

The history of the first name Cashton

The name Cashton has its origins in the ancient Celtic language, specifically from the Gaulish tribe that inhabited parts of modern-day France and Belgium during the Iron Age period, around the 5th century BC. The name is derived from the proto-Celtic words "cass" meaning curly and "ton" meaning wave or ripple, which together suggest a possible meaning related to curly or wavy hair or water.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cashton can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Tacitus, who mentioned a Gaulish chieftain named Cassitonus in his work "Annals" from the 1st century AD. This suggests that variations of the name were in use among the Celtic tribes of that time.

In the Middle Ages, the name Cashton appeared in various records and chronicles, particularly in regions with strong Celtic influences. For example, a Cashton ap Rhys was mentioned as a Welsh nobleman in the 12th century, while a Cashton de Bois was recorded as a Norman knight who fought in the Crusades in the late 11th century.

Notable historical figures bearing the name Cashton include Cashton of Connaught, an Irish king who ruled in the 7th century AD, and Cashton the Bard, a renowned Welsh poet and storyteller from the 13th century. In more recent times, Cashton Firth (1892-1976) was a British actor and playwright who gained recognition for his work in the early 20th century.

Other notable individuals with the name Cashton include Cashton Macmillan (1806-1884), a Scottish explorer and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of flora and fauna in North America, and Cashton Delacroix (1798-1863), a French painter and a leading figure in the Romantic movement of the 19th century.

While the name Cashton may have waned in popularity in recent times, its rich history and Celtic origins make it a unique and intriguing choice, carrying with it the echoes of ancient traditions and stories from the past.

Data source

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