How popular is the name Horton in 2025?

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

When was the name Horton most popular?

Horton peaked in 1888, reaching #755 among US boy names.

Horton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Horton entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #755 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#755

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Horton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Horton alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Horton in 2025?: Horton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Horton most popular?: Horton peaked in 1888, reaching #755 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Horton with classmates?: Horton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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