Langston
Langston is a boys' name of English origin meaning “long stone, tall man's settlement.” It ranked #999 in the United States in 2025. Langston is an English place name meaning 'long stone' or 'tall man's town.'
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how do you pronounce Langston?
LANG-ston
where does the name Langston come from?
A name of English origin, from places named after a long stone.
It is powerfully associated with Langston Hughes, the leading voice of the Harlem Renaissance whose poetry celebrated Black life and resilience. The name carries deep cultural significance, literary prestige, and a distinctive sound.
how popular is this name?
Langston has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 13 years since 2013. It peaked at #652 in 2016, and ranked #999 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #999 |
| 2024 | #909 |
| 2023 | #890 |
| 2022 | #788 |
| 2021 | #742 |
| 2020 | #694 |
| 2019 | #677 |
| 2018 | #682 |
| 2017 | #677 |
| 2016 | #652 |
| 2013 | #955 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Langston fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Langston
The poet Langston Hughes is its best-known bearer.
who are famous people named Langston?
- Langston Hughes (American poet and leader of the Harlem Renaissance)
- Langston Fishburne (son of Laurence Fishburne)
what names are similar to Langston?
what names go well with Langston?
Sibling names that share Langston's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Langston
What does the name Langston mean?
Langston means “long stone, tall man's settlement”.
What is the origin of the name Langston?
Langston comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Langston?
Langston ranked #999 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Langston a boy or girl name?
Langston is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Langston?
Langston is pronounced LANG-ston, with 2 syllables.
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