Housten
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Meaning & Origin
Housten is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
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Housten first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 11 babies have been named Housten in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Housten is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,980 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,980
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Housten
Housten is a boy name .
Housten is currently ranked #28,980 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Housten include Hou, Hous, Housy, Housie, Ten, Teny, Tenie, Hoy, Hoie, and Houkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Housten include Houston . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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