The baby name Princeton is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced.
Princeton is English in Origin.
Princeton is a name of English origin that means "town of the prince". It is a place name that comes from the town of Princeton, New Jersey, which was named after Prince William III of Orange. The name Princeton has been used as a first name since the 19th century, but it is still relatively uncommon.
The name Princeton is typically given to boys, although it can be used for girls as well. It is pronounced PRIN-suh-tun, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two parts: "prince", which refers to a ruler or member of a royal family, and "ton", which means "town" or "settlement". The combination of these two elements creates a name that is both regal and down-to-earth.
In recent years, the name Princeton has gained some popularity thanks to its association with the prestigious Ivy League university of the same name. However, the name has a long history that predates the university. It has been used as a surname and a place name for centuries, and it has also been used as a given name for boys since at least the 1800s. Today, the name Princeton is still relatively uncommon, but it has a strong and distinctive sound that makes it a great choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their son.
Princeton has the following similar or variant Names
- Princetown |
- Princestown |
- Prinston |
- Prinstown
Celebrities with the Name Princeton
Princeton Lyman Princeton Lyman was an American diplomat and foreign policy expert who was widely recognized for his contributions to U.S. foreign policy in Africa. He served as the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria from 1986 to 1989 and later as the Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs from 1998 to 2001. Lyman was also a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations where he focused on U.S. policy towards Africa and peacekeeping operations. |