Cotton Name Meaning & Origin
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The name 'Cotton' originates from Old English, meaning 'cotton' or 'cotton tree,' and was historically used as a surname for people living near cotton trees or in areas where cotton was cultivated. It became a given name in English-speaking countries, especially in the 19th century, often used for boys.
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American (Anglo-American) 74% -
British (Anglo-British) 16% -
Australian (Anglo-Australian) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Cotton
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Cotton
Notable individuals include Cotton Mather, a New England Puritan minister; Cotton Fitzsimmons, an American basketball coach; and Cotton Smith, a fictional character in literature.
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Growth of the name Cotton in the US (SSA Data):
Cotton Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.