About Kingston
The surname Kingston is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "cyning" meaning "king" and "tun" meaning "settlement" or "enclosure." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Kingston can be interpreted as "the settlement or enclosure of the king." It is likely that the name was originally given to someone who lived near or worked for a royal settlement or had some association with royalty.
The surname Kingston is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kingston based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Kingston is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Kingston" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Kingston."