Boys name · Virginia
Preston in Virginia
Preston was the 258th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 34 babies named Preston that year. Since 1911, Virginia families have named 4,197 babies Preston.
Popularity over time
Preston in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 8 | 141st |
| 1927 | 27 | 149th |
| 1944 | 31 | 150th |
| 1960 | 29 | 213th |
| 1976 | 18 | 224th |
| 1992 | 38 | 168th |
| 2009 | 92 | 106th |
| 2025 | 34 | 258th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 141st in 1911 to 258th in 2025.
The most babies named Preston in Virginia in a single year was 92, in 2009. Its best showing was 82nd among boys names in 1914.
Across the country, Preston reached its best rank of 39th in Delaware (1924). See Preston in every state →
How popular is Preston in Virginia?
Preston was the 258th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 34 babies named Preston that year. Since 1911, Virginia families have named 4,197 babies Preston.
How many babies are named Preston in Virginia?
In 2025, 34 babies were named Preston in Virginia. The most babies named Preston in Virginia in a single year was 92, in 2009.
What is the rank of Preston in Virginia?
Preston ranked 258th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 82nd among boys names in 1914.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.