Barton
boy name#8910 in 2025Barton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #442 in 1888, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#8910
rank today
#442
peak (1888)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #661 |
| 1890s | #799 |
| 1900s | #903 |
| 1910s | #950 |
| 1920s | #799 |
| 1930s | #664 |
| 1940s | #539 |
| 1950s | #553 |
| 1960s | #572 |
| 1970s | #840 |
| 1980s | #1155 |
| 1990s | #3514 |
| 2000s | #6689 |
| 2010s | #8665 |
| 2020s | #10495 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Barton has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 5,700 people named Barton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Barton alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Barton in 2025?
- Barton ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Barton most popular?
- Barton peaked in 1888, reaching #442 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Barton with classmates?
- Barton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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