Denton
boy name#3513 in 2025Denton entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #706 in 1881, ranks #3513 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#3513
rank today
#706
peak (1881)
32
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #812 |
| 1890s | #725 |
| 1900s | #877 |
| 1910s | #1084 |
| 1920s | #1154 |
| 1930s | #1023 |
| 1940s | #986 |
| 1950s | #1158 |
| 1960s | #1314 |
| 1970s | #1421 |
| 1980s | #1374 |
| 1990s | #1497 |
| 2000s | #2272 |
| 2010s | #2616 |
| 2020s | #3469 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Denton has been most popular in TX, NC, LA.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Denton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Denton alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Denton in 2025?
- Denton ranks #3513 among US boy names in 2025, with 32 babies given the name.
- When was the name Denton most popular?
- Denton peaked in 1881, reaching #706 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Denton with classmates?
- Denton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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