Charlton
boy name#5861 in 2025Charlton entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #814 in 1890, ranks #5861 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
#5861
rank today
#814
peak (1890)
15
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1031 |
| 1890s | #953 |
| 1900s | #1171 |
| 1910s | #1717 |
| 1920s | #1966 |
| 1930s | #2155 |
| 1940s | #2018 |
| 1950s | #1443 |
| 1960s | #1122 |
| 1970s | #1164 |
| 1980s | #1362 |
| 1990s | #2209 |
| 2000s | #3191 |
| 2010s | #5100 |
| 2020s | #6808 |
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Charlton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Charlton alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Charlton in 2025?
- Charlton ranks #5861 among US boy names in 2025, with 15 babies given the name.
- When was the name Charlton most popular?
- Charlton peaked in 1890, reaching #814 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Charlton with classmates?
- Charlton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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