Afton
girl name#3517 in 2025Afton entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #784 in 1917, ranks #3517 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1895–2025
#3517
rank today
#784
peak (1917)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1468 |
| 1900s | #1310 |
| 1910s | #926 |
| 1920s | #1142 |
| 1930s | #1743 |
| 1940s | #3364 |
| 1950s | #4734 |
| 1960s | #6252 |
| 1970s | #6085 |
| 1980s | #1586 |
| 1990s | #2401 |
| 2000s | #2453 |
| 2010s | #2105 |
| 2020s | #3042 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Afton has been most popular in UT, VA, MN.
Living bearers
About 3,900 people named Afton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Afton alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Afton in 2025?
- Afton ranks #3517 among US girl names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Afton most popular?
- Afton peaked in 1917, reaching #784 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Afton with classmates?
- Afton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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