What origin is the name Stokes?

Stokes comes from English naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same english tradition pair naturally with Stokes — for example Evelyn, Harper, Ella. You can browse more on our english names page.

Stokes

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Stokes

Stokes

Boy

English

2 syllables

Stokes is an English boy's name meaning "Stump or tree trunk".

The meaning of Stokes is "Stump or tree trunk" — a boy name of English origin. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Stump or tree trunk

Popularity

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Quick answers about Stokes

What does Stokes mean?

Stokes is a boy name of English origin meaning "Stump or tree trunk".

How popular is Stokes?

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Sister names that go with Stokes

Evelyn Harper Ella Lily Scarlett Audrey

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Name numerology

6is the Chaldean number for Stokes.

Number 6 is linked with care, family and responsibility.

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Names with a similar meaning to Stokes

Stokes means "Stump or tree trunk" — these names share that spirit.

Oliver — "Oliver probably comes from the Latin oliva, 'olive tree', though it may also come from a Germanic or Norse name." (Latin)
Ashley — "Ashley comes from an English place name meaning 'ash tree meadow', from the Old English aesc and leah." (English)
Hazel — "Hazel comes from the hazel tree, from the Old English haesel. The tree was linked to wisdom in folklore." (English)