Charlston
boy nameCharlston entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #5227 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#5227
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5227 |
| 1980s | #6277 |
| 1990s | #7178 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Charlston are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Charlston alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Charlston in 2025?
- Charlston is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Charlston most popular?
- Charlston peaked in 1974, reaching #5227 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Charlston with classmates?
- Charlston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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