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Covington

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Pronounced KUV-ing-tun /ˈkʌv.ɪŋ.tən/Medium

Meaning: From the English place/surname Covington, 'Cofa's settlement or town.' Usually a surname or boy's name; used here for a girl, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A stately surname-name: Covington means 'Cofa's town' (said 'KUV-ing-tun'). Usually a boy's/surname name, we note.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom the English place/surname Covington, 'Cofa's settlement or town.' Usually a surname or boy's name; used here for a girl, which we note.
U.S. rank (2023)#13810 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 11

History & Origin

Covington comes from the English place-name 'Cofa's town.' It usually reads male or as a surname; used here for a girl, which we note - very rare in the U.S. (said 'KUV-ing-tun').

It is extremely rare in the U.S.

Did you know? Covington is an English place/surname, 'Cofa's town' - a stately, current surname-name usually used for boys or as a surname, here for a girl, which we note (said 'KUV-ing-tun').
Overall data confidence 42%
References - Covington — English 'Cofa's town' surname; usually male/surname

Variations

CovingtynCoventonCovington

Nicknames

CovTino

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Covington mean?

Covington is an English surname/place, 'Cofa's town'; it usually reads male or as a surname.

How do you pronounce Covington?

It's said KUV-ing-tun /ˈkʌv.ɪŋ.tən/ - three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Covington a boy or girl name?

Here Covington is used as a girl's name; note it is usually a surname or a boy's name.

How popular is Covington?

Covington is extremely rare in the U.S. as a girl's name.

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