Save Type Settlement Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈpɹins.tən/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History The name of a town in New Jersey, originally called Princetown when it was established in the early 18th century. It is said to have been named for William III, the Prince of Orange. Related NamesFamily Tree·Details Rootsprinceps + tunGiven Name DescendantPrinceton(English) Categories cities in New Jersey, colleges or universities, ends in -ton
