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Creston is a toponym and surname used for several places in North America and, less commonly, as a last name for individuals. The name is often found in English-speaking regions and is used for towns, cities, and surrounding communities.

The etymology of Creston traces back to Old English elements crest and tun, meaning a settlement on or near a crest of land or a ridge. This origin reflects a common pattern in place names that describe the geographic feature of a location.

Geographic usage includes a Canadian example in British Columbia, where Creston refers to the town in the Creston Valley along the Kootenay River. In the United States, multiple communities bear the name Creston, including Creston, Iowa, among others. The name is also used for various civic institutions, schools, and businesses associated with these communities.

As a surname, Creston has appeared in public records and historical documents, and individuals bearing the name can be found in various regions. The spelling Creston (with the common capitalization) is the standard form in most references, though variants may occur in different records.