Priest's cottage
Derived from Old English elements 'preost' and 'cot', this name originally served as a habitational surname for someone living near a priest's dwelling. It carries an air of academic and upper-class distinction due to its association with New England history and prestigious institutions.
About 48 girls were named Prescott in 2025.
US Senator and father of President George H.W. Bush
Widely regarded as the first American scientific historian
Bass player for the rock band The Knack
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
