Fletcher vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Fletcher Rank #565
Houston Rank #704

Fletcher is more popular, ranked #565 vs #704 for Houston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fletcher or Houston more popular?

Fletcher is more popular, ranked #565 compared to Houston at #704 in the United States.

What do Fletcher and Houston mean?

Fletcher means "arrow maker" (Old French via Middle English origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Fletcher and Houston boy or girl names?

Fletcher is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.

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