Charleston
boy name#2991 in 2025Charleston entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1581 in 1984, ranks #2991 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#2991
rank today
#1581
peak (1984)
41
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3677 |
| 1920s | #3257 |
| 1930s | #3368 |
| 1940s | #3116 |
| 1950s | #2482 |
| 1960s | #2433 |
| 1970s | #2228 |
| 1980s | #1840 |
| 1990s | #2217 |
| 2000s | #3015 |
| 2010s | #2243 |
| 2020s | #2874 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Charleston has been most popular in GA, TX, LA.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Charleston are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Charleston alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Charleston in 2025?
- Charleston ranks #2991 among US boy names in 2025, with 41 babies given the name.
- When was the name Charleston most popular?
- Charleston peaked in 1984, reaching #1581 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Charleston with classmates?
- Charleston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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