Staton

“derived from a surname meaning 'from the estate'”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8075US 2021

10Births / yr

↑Rising

96All-time births

📅 Since 192400

How to pronounce Staton

STAT·un

/ˈstæt.ən/ · stress on STAT · 2 syllables

“derived from a surname meaning 'from the estate'”

American origin · Boy name

What does Staton mean and where does it come from?

Staton is an Anglicized surname transformed into a given name. It signifies a connection to one’s ancestral estate or property. This name has roots in English history, initially indicating location and property ownership.

Cultural significance

Staton has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from a surname meaning 'from the estate'.

Peak popularity

Reached #3805 in 1971 — currently #8075 in the US.

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How else can you spell Staton?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Staton?

Staton works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Staton Grace

How popular is Staton right now?

Rising fast — up 4049 spots — currently #8075 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2021#8075 · Top 6.0%

1990

1995

2015

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#8075	10	▲ up 4049 · +100% births
2020	#12124	5	▼ down 1321 · -17% births
2015	#10803	6	▼ down 2802
1995	#8001	6	▲ up 413 · +20% births
1990	#8414	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Staton

Best Year1995Rank #8001

Peak Count10

Average Rank#9483

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20215 years

The story of Staton

Staton entered American naming records in 1924 and has been in use for over 100 years. With 96 total births recorded, Staton remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8414 in 1990 to #8075 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Staton in 1971:

Michael James David John Robert

Staton by decade

Staton peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	5
1970s	8
1980s	10
1990s ★	35
2000s	15
2010s	18
2020s	5

💎Staton has only 96 total recorded births since 1924 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Staton?

Common

StaStatStatieStatyAton

What names sound and feel like Staton?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Staton also consider these

Stanton

American · Stone town

Stayton

American · English

Stafon

American · Variant of Stephen,

Slaton

American · From the town

Shaton

American · from the town

Straton

Greek · Greek

Tayton

American · cheerful decoration

Slayton

American · From the village

Common questions about the name Staton

What does the name Staton mean?

Staton means "derived from a surname meaning 'from the estate'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Staton?

Staton is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Staton have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Staton?

Staton originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Staton?

Staton is a two-syllable name pronounced S T AE1 T AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Staton trending right now?

Staton is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.