US Popularity Rank: 12588

Origin: French

Meaning: man from Gascony

Gaston is a unique name with French roots meaning “man from Gascony.” Chances are, the name Gaston reminds you of The Phantom of the Opera author Gaston Leroux or the villain from Beauty and the Beast. While you may wonder why you would name baby after a fictional villain, Gaston was most likely chosen due to its traditional French connections. During the middle ages, Gaston was a popular name and was chosen in honor of the Frankish bishop St. Gaston.