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Stone

“stone”

About the name Stone

Stone comes from the English word stone, derived from the Old English stan. It is also an English surname, originally given to someone who lived near a prominent rock or boundary stone, or who worked as a stonemason. As a given name it belongs to a group of modern nature and word names chosen for their strong, simple sound. The guitarist Stone Gossard, a founding member of the rock band Pearl Jam, is a well-known bearer. The name links in meaning to Peter, Pietro, and Pierre, which all mean stone or rock.

Meaning
stone
Origin
English
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
STOHN(1 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Stoney

If you like Stone

  • Flint
  • Ridge
  • Cliff
  • Clay

Middle names for Stone

  • Stone James
  • Stone Alexander
  • Stone Thomas
  • Stone William
  • Stone Henry

Questions about Stone

What does Stone mean?
Stone is an English name meaning "stone".
How do you pronounce Stone?
Stone is pronounced STOHN, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Stone?
Variants of Stone include Stoney.

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