Bretton
boy name#7194 in 2025Bretton entered the US charts in 1958, peaked at #1793 in 1987, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1958–2025
#7194
rank today
#1793
peak (1987)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2772 |
| 1960s | #2978 |
| 1970s | #3126 |
| 1980s | #2671 |
| 1990s | #2669 |
| 2000s | #5055 |
| 2010s | #5563 |
| 2020s | #8927 |
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Bretton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bretton alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bretton in 2025?
- Bretton ranks #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bretton most popular?
- Bretton peaked in 1987, reaching #1793 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bretton with classmates?
- Bretton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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