Carlton
boy name#2884 in 2025Carlton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #217 in 1937, ranks #2884 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2884
rank today
#217
peak (1937)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #416 |
| 1890s | #364 |
| 1900s | #302 |
| 1910s | #257 |
| 1920s | #259 |
| 1930s | #234 |
| 1940s | #266 |
| 1950s | #256 |
| 1960s | #292 |
| 1970s | #356 |
| 1980s | #431 |
| 1990s | #565 |
| 2000s | #1079 |
| 2010s | #1757 |
| 2020s | #2709 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carlton has been most popular in FL, GA, TX.
Living bearers
About 29,500 people named Carlton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carlton alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carlton in 2025?
- Carlton ranks #2884 among US boy names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carlton most popular?
- Carlton peaked in 1937, reaching #217 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carlton with classmates?
- Carlton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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