Find out how popular the first name Kearston has been for the last 38 years (from 1978 to 2015) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kearston by gender

Based on the last 38 years of data, Kearston is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named Kearston being female.

For the most recent data in 2015, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kearston.

The history of the first name Kearston

The given name Kearston is a relatively modern invention, likely originating in the late 20th century as a variant of other names like Kiersten or Kirsten. Its precise origins are uncertain, but it appears to be an anglicized form of the Scandinavian name Kirsten, which itself is a variation of the name Christina.

The name Christina has its roots in ancient Greek, derived from the word "Christos," meaning "anointed one" or "follower of Christ." This name was popularized in the early days of Christianity and was borne by several early Christian martyrs and saints, including Saint Christina of Bolsena, who was martyred in the 3rd century.

While the name Kearston does not have a rich historical lineage like its progenitor Christina, it has been adopted by a few notable individuals in recent times. One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Kearston was by Kearston Hubertine Bessie Ingram, an American writer and activist born in 1892 in Kentucky. She was a prominent figure in the African American literary renaissance of the 1920s and published several works of poetry and fiction.

Another notable Kearston was Kearston Valeri Barden, a British actress born in 1967. She had a successful career on stage and television, appearing in various productions in the UK and on popular shows like "Casualty" and "The Bill."

In the field of sports, Kearston Nahai Hutsona was a professional basketball player from Tonga, born in 1985. He played for the Tongan national team and participated in several international competitions.

More recently, Kearston Savannah Koppmann is an American singer and songwriter born in 1994. She has released several singles and an EP, gaining recognition in the independent music scene.

While not a name with deep historical roots, Kearston has been adopted by a diverse group of individuals in various fields, demonstrating its growing popularity as a unique and modern given name.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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