Benton
boy name#1621 in 2025Benton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #412 in 1883, ranks #1621 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1621
rank today
#412
peak (1883)
104
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #545 |
| 1890s | #802 |
| 1900s | #796 |
| 1910s | #706 |
| 1920s | #747 |
| 1930s | #801 |
| 1940s | #825 |
| 1950s | #957 |
| 1960s | #983 |
| 1970s | #1205 |
| 1980s | #1117 |
| 1990s | #1188 |
| 2000s | #1375 |
| 2010s | #949 |
| 2020s | #1307 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Benton has been most popular in TX, TN, MO.
Living bearers
About 7,600 people named Benton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Benton alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Benton in 2025?
- Benton ranks #1621 among US boy names in 2025, with 104 babies given the name.
- When was the name Benton most popular?
- Benton peaked in 1883, reaching #412 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Benton with classmates?
- Benton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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