Arlington
boy name#5608 in 2025Arlington entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #701 in 1884, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5608
rank today
#701
peak (1884)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #841 |
| 1890s | #974 |
| 1900s | #1023 |
| 1910s | #1191 |
| 1920s | #1526 |
| 1930s | #1721 |
| 1940s | #1996 |
| 1950s | #2485 |
| 1960s | #3265 |
| 1970s | #4151 |
| 1980s | #4788 |
| 1990s | #7021 |
| 2000s | #9896 |
| 2010s | #7486 |
| 2020s | #5188 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Arlington are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arlington alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arlington in 2025?
- Arlington ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arlington most popular?
- Arlington peaked in 1884, reaching #701 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Arlington with classmates?
- Arlington will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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