Carrington
boy name#6803 in 2025Carrington entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1294 in 1990, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
#6803
rank today
#1294
peak (1990)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3248 |
| 1920s | #3787 |
| 1930s | #2788 |
| 1940s | #3230 |
| 1950s | #3275 |
| 1960s | #3433 |
| 1970s | #4366 |
| 1980s | #2582 |
| 1990s | #1682 |
| 2000s | #2975 |
| 2010s | #4353 |
| 2020s | #6148 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carrington has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Carrington are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carrington alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carrington in 2025?
- Carrington ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carrington most popular?
- Carrington peaked in 1990, reaching #1294 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Carrington with classmates?
- Carrington will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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