Caston
Caston Meaning & Origin
About Caston
The surname Caston is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "casten," meaning "to cast" or "to throw." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a caster, referring to a person who cast or threw objects, particularly in the context of metalworking or pottery. Over time, the surname Caston has evolved and may have variations in spelling, such as Casten or Caster, but its meaning remains rooted in the act of casting or throwing.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Caston is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Caston: 3,561
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 9165
- Frequency per 100k people: 1.21
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Caston based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Caston in Braille
Here's how to represent Caston in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Caston using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Caston using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
