Holding steady, #2,941 for boys today.
Popularity of Prescott since 1913
Babies named Prescott per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 70 |
| 1920s | 0 | 92 |
| 1930s | 0 | 63 |
| 1940s | 0 | 87 |
| 1950s | 0 | 103 |
| 1960s | 0 | 135 |
| 1970s | 0 | 127 |
| 1980s | 0 | 172 |
| 1990s | 0 | 221 |
| 2000s | 0 | 185 |
| 2010s | 32 | 278 |
| 2020s | 137 | 185 |
Meaning & origin
Prescott is an English surname turned given name, with roots in the Old English phrase for 'priest's cottage'. It entered the U.S. naming landscape in 1913, according to Social Security records, and has seen modest but enduring use ever since. The name reached its peak popularity in 2017, when it ranked highest among recorded years, and it has remained stable in usage through the 2010s and beyond. Currently, it ranks 2,941 with an incidence of 1 in 40,668 births, making it an uncommon choice that retains a distinguished, traditional feel. Its top states of use include California and Texas, reflecting a broader appeal across diverse regions. Prescott strikes a balance between classic surname names and a distinctive first name, offering nicknames like Pres or Scott for a more casual feel.
Prescott is an English surname derived from a place name, composed of the Old English 'preost' (priest) and 'cot' (cottage or hut), hence 'priest's cottage'. It originated as a habitational name for someone who lived near a cottage owned by a priest. As a given name, it came into use in the 19th century, partly inspired by the prominence of the surname through figures like historian William H. Prescott.
Where Prescott is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pres, Scott, Scotty
Sibling names for Prescott
Names that share Prescott's style, for a brother or sister.
