Danforth
boy nameDanforth entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #2986 in 1921, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#2986
peak (1921)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #2986 |
| 1940s | #3338 |
| 1960s | #4033 |
| 1980s | #6238 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Danforth are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Danforth alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Danforth in 2025?
- Danforth is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Danforth most popular?
- Danforth peaked in 1921, reaching #2986 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Danforth with classmates?
- Danforth will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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