Houghton
boy nameHoughton entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3815 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3815
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #4027 |
| 2010s | #12136 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Houghton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Houghton alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Houghton in 2025?
- Houghton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Houghton most popular?
- Houghton peaked in 1920, reaching #3815 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Houghton with classmates?
- Houghton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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