Stetson
English (Modern) · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Stetson
Stetson is a surname-derived given name meaning "son of Stet," with roots in Old English where "Stet" was a personal name of uncertain origin, possibly related to "stet" (a proofreading term meaning "let it stand").
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Etymology
Stetson is a surname-derived given name meaning "son of Stet," with roots in Old English where "Stet" was a personal name of uncertain origin, possibly related to "stet" (a proofreading term meaning "let it stand"). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, and gained popularity partly through association with the Stetson hat company founded in 1865, though it has no strong religious affiliation.
Stetson currently ranks #136 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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