Huntingdon

English

"hunter's settlement"

Huntingdon Origin and Meaning

The name Huntingdon is a boy's name.

Huntingdon is a rare masculine name derived from English place names, particularly the town and former county in England. It literally means 'hunter's hill' from Old English elements 'hunta' (hunter) and 'dun' (hill or down). The name carries aristocratic associations through the Huntingdon earldom in British peerage. As a first name, Huntingdon is extremely uncommon, appealing to those seeking distinctive English heritage names. It offers the friendly nickname options 'Hunt' or 'Hunter' while maintaining a formal, distinguished full form. The name evokes images of the English countryside and aristocratic tradition, making it a bold choice that connects a child to British historical roots.

Famous People Named Huntingdon

• Huntingdon Beaumont English coal mining entrepreneur