All about the name
Standish
Male
« Standish: Originating from Anglo-Saxon roots, this name is derived from Old English 'stan' (stone) and 'dæg' (day). It originally served as a surname for those living near prominent stones. While rare as a personal name during Middle Ages England, Standish gained recognition through Myles Standish, an English military officer who helped found Plymouth Colony in the United States. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Standish is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English elements 'stan' meaning 'stone', and 'dæg' meaning 'day'. It was originally a surname given to someone who lived near a prominent stone landmark or monument. The name first appeared as a personal name in England during the Middle Ages, though it remained relatively rare. It is often associated with the Pilgrim Fathers, as Myles Standish was an English military officer and one of the founders of Plymouth Colony in the United States.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Standish since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1919
5 births
in 1919
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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