Holding steady.
Popularity of Keirston since 1978
Babies named Keirston per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Keirston is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1978. It reached its peak popularity in 1991, reflecting the trend of invented names with the fashionable -ston suffix during that era. Despite its rarity, the name has remained in consistent though minimal use, with a stable trajectory. It is not associated with any particular region or top states.
Keirston first appeared in U.S. records in 1978, likely as a modern coinage. It may blend the Scottish surname Keir (from Gaelic ciar meaning 'dark') or the name Kirsten (a Scandinavian form of Christina) with the common suffix -ston, as in Preston or Alston. The name saw its peak usage in 1991 and has remained stable but rare since.
Sibling names for Keirston
Names that share Keirston's style, for a brother or sister.
