Stockton facts for kids

"Stockton" is a name you might hear in many different places around the world! It's a name used for cities, towns, and even some important people or things. This page helps you find out what "Stockton" you are looking for.

Places named Stockton

Many towns and cities around the world share the name Stockton. Here are some of the most well-known ones:

In Australia

• Stockton, New South Wales: A suburb located in the city of Newcastle.
• Stockton, Queensland: A small area in the Cassowary Coast Region.

In New Zealand

• Stockton, New Zealand: A small settlement on the West Coast of the South Island.

In the United Kingdom

• Stockton-on-Tees: This is the largest town in the UK with the name Stockton. It's located in County Durham, England, and has a rich history, especially with railways.
• Stockton, Cheshire: A village in Cheshire, England.
• Stockton, Norfolk: A small village and civil parish in Norfolk, England.
• Stockton, Warwickshire: A village and civil parish in Warwickshire, England.
• Stockton Heath: A busy suburb of Warrington in Cheshire, England.

In the United States

• Stockton, California: This is the largest city named Stockton in the United States. It's a major port city in California's Central Valley.
• Stockton, Alabama: A small community in Baldwin County, Alabama.
• Stockton, Georgia: A small town in Lanier County, Georgia.
• Stockton, Illinois: A village in Jo Daviess County, Illinois.
• Stockton, Iowa: A city in Muscatine County, Iowa.
• Stockton, Kansas: A city in Rooks County, Kansas.
• Stockton, Maryland: An unincorporated community in Worcester County, Maryland.
• Stockton, Minnesota: A city in Winona County, Minnesota.
• Stockton, Missouri: A city in Cedar County, Missouri.
• Stockton, New Jersey: A borough in Hunterdon County, New Jersey.
• Stockton, New York: A town in Chautauqua County, New York.
• Stockton, Utah: A town in Tooele County, Utah.
• Stockton, Wisconsin: A town in Portage County, Wisconsin.
• Fort Stockton, Texas: A city in Pecos County, Texas, named after a historic fort.

People named Stockton

The name Stockton is also a surname, meaning it's a family name.

• Stockton (surname): Many people have this last name.
• Earl of Stockton: A special title given to certain members of the British nobility.
• Stockton Rush (1962–2023): An American businessman who was known for his work in underwater exploration.

Transportation connections

The name Stockton is also linked to important transportation hubs and routes.

• Stockton and Darlington Railway: This was a very famous railway line in England. It was one of the world's first public railways to use steam locomotives.
• Stockton – San Joaquin Street (Amtrak station): A train station in Stockton, California, served by Amtrak trains.

Other uses of Stockton

• Stockton University: A public university located in Galloway Township, New Jersey, United States.
• USS Stockton: This name has been used for several ships in the United States Navy.