Clifton
boy name#1906 in 2025Clifton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #144 in 1915, ranks #1906 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1906
rank today
#144
peak (1915)
82
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #251 |
| 1890s | #183 |
| 1900s | #165 |
| 1910s | #154 |
| 1920s | #168 |
| 1930s | #189 |
| 1940s | #201 |
| 1950s | #226 |
| 1960s | #276 |
| 1970s | #265 |
| 1980s | #324 |
| 1990s | #623 |
| 2000s | #1051 |
| 2010s | #1511 |
| 2020s | #1752 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Clifton has been most popular in Texas, North Carolina, Florida.
Living bearers
About 38,000 people named Clifton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Clifton alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clifton in 2025?
- Clifton ranks #1906 among US boy names in 2025, with 82 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clifton most popular?
- Clifton peaked in 1915, reaching #144 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Clifton with classmates?
- Clifton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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