Clinton
boy name#1728 in 2025Clinton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #124 in 1981, ranks #1728 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1728
rank today
#124
peak (1981)
94
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #157 |
| 1890s | #174 |
| 1900s | #175 |
| 1910s | #171 |
| 1920s | #172 |
| 1930s | #193 |
| 1940s | #208 |
| 1950s | #232 |
| 1960s | #236 |
| 1970s | #158 |
| 1980s | #161 |
| 1990s | #405 |
| 2000s | #760 |
| 2010s | #1061 |
| 2020s | #1588 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Clinton has been most popular in TX, CA, GA.
Living bearers
About 64,500 people named Clinton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Clinton alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clinton in 2025?
- Clinton ranks #1728 among US boy names in 2025, with 94 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clinton most popular?
- Clinton peaked in 1981, reaching #124 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Clinton with classmates?
- Clinton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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