Langston

Meaning of Langston

From the long stone town.

Langston has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Langston

After ranking as high as #652 in 2016, Langston has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Langston

• Langston Hughes
  Poet, social activist, playwright
• Langston Galloway
  Professional basketball player
• Langston Faizon Love
  Actor and comedian
• Langston Uibel
  German actor
• Langston Moore
  Former NFL player

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Questions about the name Langston

What does the name Langston mean?

Langston means from the long stone town, and it comes from English origins.

Is Langston a boy's or a girl's name?

Langston is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Langston?

Langston did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Langston most popular?

Langston peaked at #652 in 2016.