Cotton: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: c-ohtt-ohn
Origin: England
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Cotton symbolizes 'purity'.

Cotton is an English surname and given name that originated from the Old English word 'coten,' meaning "cotton plant." The name has been associated with various historical figures, including those in the fields of agriculture and textiles. Over time, the use of Cotton as a given name has become less common as a given name. The name Cotton symbolizes purity, fertility, prosperity, abundance, and renewal.

Cotton Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Cotton is currently #11537 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Cotton is currently #5014 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Cotton is currently #5646 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Cotton is currently #2489 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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