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Townsend vs Jotham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Townsend

Boy #3,983 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dweller at the edge of town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,983
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Townsend Rank #3,983
Jotham Rank #3,891

Jotham is more popular, ranked #3891 vs #3983 for Townsend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Townsend or Jotham more popular?

Jotham is more popular, ranked #3891 compared to Townsend at #3983 in the United States.

What do Townsend and Jotham mean?

Townsend means "dweller at the edge of town" (Old English origin). Jotham means "God is perfect, Yahweh is upright" (Hebrew origin).

Are Townsend and Jotham boy or girl names?

Townsend is primarily a boy name. Jotham is primarily a boy name.

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