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Updated November 23, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Princeton

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What is the meaning of the name Princeton?

The name Princeton is primarily a male name of English origin that means Princely Town.

Princeton is a name of English origin that means a prince's town or a prince's place of residence.

Princeton University

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Stats for the Name Princeton

checkmark Princeton is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Princeton is currently #497 in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Princeton:

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1. Potential for teasing or bullying due to the association with the prestigious university.
2. Difficulty in finding personalized items or merchandise with the name "Princeton."
3. Mispronunciation or misspelling of the name by others.
4. Limited nickname options, as "Princeton" is already a relatively long name.
5. High expectations or pressure to live up to the perceived intelligence and success associated with the name.