Clarkson
boy name#12008 in 2025Clarkson entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3143 in 1953, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#12008
rank today
#3143
peak (1953)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3819 |
| 1920s | #3928 |
| 1930s | #3590 |
| 1940s | #3379 |
| 1950s | #3180 |
| 2010s | #8513 |
| 2020s | #9976 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Clarkson are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Clarkson is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clarkson in 2025?
- Clarkson ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clarkson most popular?
- Clarkson peaked in 1953, reaching #3143 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Clarkson with classmates?
- Clarkson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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