Grafton
boy name#8243 in 2025Grafton entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #872 in 1895, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
#8243
rank today
#872
peak (1895)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #959 |
| 1890s | #987 |
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1910s | #1747 |
| 1920s | #2178 |
| 1930s | #2290 |
| 1940s | #2188 |
| 1950s | #2447 |
| 1960s | #3513 |
| 1970s | #4837 |
| 1980s | #6003 |
| 1990s | #7058 |
| 2000s | #7237 |
| 2010s | #6967 |
| 2020s | #8413 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Grafton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Grafton 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 Grafton in 2025?
- Grafton ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Grafton most popular?
- Grafton peaked in 1895, reaching #872 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Grafton with classmates?
- Grafton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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