Cantrell
boy nameCantrell entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2568 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#2568
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3368 |
| 1940s | #3316 |
| 1960s | #3595 |
| 1970s | #3875 |
| 1980s | #4532 |
| 1990s | #5420 |
| 2000s | #7474 |
| 2010s | #10437 |
| 2020s | #11376 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Cantrell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cantrell alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cantrell in 2025?
- Cantrell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cantrell most popular?
- Cantrell peaked in 1979, reaching #2568 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cantrell with classmates?
- Cantrell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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