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Origin: British

Meaning: New port; Of Newport; Market town

Newport is a boy's name that blends the charm of British seaside villages with the thrill of global connections. Originating from the coastal hamlets of Essex, Devon, and Gloucester, Newport was a surname given to residents of bustling harbor communities that spanned continents, from Britain to America and Australia. Derived from Old English neowe and port, Newport literally means "new port" and "market town," reeling in fresh fish, farmer markets, and steaming ships from lands afar. Embrace the fusion of local community and worldly adventure with Newport—a name for the steadfast hometown dwellers and the wanderlust travelers alike.