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Stetson

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Pronounced STET-sən /ˈstɛt.sən/High

Meaning: From the surname Stetson — likely 'son of Stid/Stede' (an English surname); famous as the cowboy-hat brand (after the hatmaker John B. Stetson); predominantly a boys'/surname name; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A cowboy hat; a surname: Stetson is the iconic hat/surname-name. Bold, rugged, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningFrom the surname Stetson — likely 'son of Stid/Stede' (an English surname); famous as the cowboy-hat brand (after the hatmaker John B. Stetson); predominantly a boys'/surname name; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#5918 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 84

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320172024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Stetson comes from the English surname Stetson — likely 'son of Stid/Stede' (an Old English personal name; the exact origin is uncertain) — but it is best known as the iconic American cowboy hat, named for its maker John B. Stetson (routes layered, which we note). A bold, rugged, modern surname-name, used for both sexes (predominantly boys'), here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Stet).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, a-cowboy-hat-and-a-surname at the root, and rugged.

Did you know? Stetson is an English surname (likely 'son of Stid') — famous as the classic American cowboy hat, named for the hatmaker John B. Stetson — a bold, rugged surname-name, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered, which we note).
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Stetson — surname/hat name

Variations

StetsenStetsyn

Nicknames

Stet

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Stetson mean?

Stetson is an English surname (likely 'son of Stid'), famous as the cowboy hat (after John B. Stetson); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Stetson?

It's said STET-sən /ˈstɛt.sən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Stetson a boy or girl name?

Stetson is used for both sexes (predominantly boys'); this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Stetson?

Stetson is rare for girls in the U.S.

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