Hugh's town or settlement on the hill
Huston is an English surname-turned-first name derived from the Old English personal name Hugh and the word 'tun', meaning settlement. It is also associated with the Scottish place name Houston in Renfrewshire, meaning 'Hugh's town'. While often overshadowed by the more common spelling Houston, it retains a distinct, rugged charm.
About 10 boys were named Huston in 2025.
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