Fenton
boy name#6803 in 2025Fenton entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #738 in 1895, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#6803
rank today
#738
peak (1895)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #854 |
| 1890s | #939 |
| 1900s | #1014 |
| 1910s | #1265 |
| 1920s | #1382 |
| 1930s | #1607 |
| 1940s | #1736 |
| 1950s | #1873 |
| 1960s | #2083 |
| 1970s | #3447 |
| 1980s | #5105 |
| 1990s | #7528 |
| 2000s | #5868 |
| 2010s | #4190 |
| 2020s | #6865 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Fenton has been most popular in WA.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Fenton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Fenton alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Fenton in 2025?
- Fenton ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Fenton most popular?
- Fenton peaked in 1895, reaching #738 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Fenton with classmates?
- Fenton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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