How popular is the name Hinton in 2025?

Hinton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Hinton most popular?

Hinton peaked in 1908, reaching #1373 among US boy names.

Hinton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Hinton entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1373 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1373

peak (1908)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Hinton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Hinton alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Hinton in 2025?: Hinton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Hinton most popular?: Hinton peaked in 1908, reaching #1373 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Hinton with classmates?: Hinton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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