Brenton
boy name#2091 in 2025Brenton entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #260 in 1984, ranks #2091 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#2091
rank today
#260
peak (1984)
70
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2769 |
| 1920s | #2675 |
| 1930s | #2272 |
| 1940s | #1592 |
| 1950s | #1389 |
| 1960s | #981 |
| 1970s | #652 |
| 1980s | #446 |
| 1990s | #580 |
| 2000s | #881 |
| 2010s | #1074 |
| 2020s | #1861 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Brenton has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Florida.
Living bearers
About 14,000 people named Brenton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Brenton 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 Brenton in 2025?
- Brenton ranks #2091 among US boy names in 2025, with 70 babies given the name.
- When was the name Brenton most popular?
- Brenton peaked in 1984, reaching #260 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Brenton with classmates?
- Brenton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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