The baby name Touchstone is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "Tuhch-stohn".
Touchstone is English and Literature in Origin.
Touchstone is a unisex name that has its roots in English literature. The name is derived from a character in William Shakespeare's play "As You Like It." Touchstone is a court jester who serves as a commentator on the actions of the other characters. The name Touchstone means "a standard or criterion by which something is judged or recognized." It is a unique and uncommon name that is often chosen by parents who are looking for a literary or historical name for their child.
The pronunciation of Touchstone is TUCH-stohn. The name is composed of two words, "touch" and "stone," which are both common English words. The name has been used as a surname in England since the 13th century, but it was not used as a first name until the 19th century. Today, the name is more commonly used as a surname than as a first name.
Touchstone is a gender-neutral name, which means it can be used for both boys and girls. The name has not been very popular in recent years, but it has been used by several notable people, including the American poet and critic, John Crowe Ransom, who named his son Touchstone. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the video game "Final Fantasy VI," where Touchstone is the name of a character. Overall, Touchstone is a unique and interesting name that has a rich literary history.
Touchstone has the following similar or variant Names
- Tuchstone |
- Tuchston |
- Tuchstun |
- Tuchstoun |
- Tuchstow |
- Tuchstowe |
- Touchston |
- Touchstonn |
- Touchstoun |
- Touchstow |
- Touchstowe