Johnston
boy name#9714 in 2025Johnston entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2271 in 1914, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#9714
rank today
#2271
peak (1914)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2975 |
| 1920s | #3713 |
| 1930s | #3252 |
| 1940s | #3116 |
| 1950s | #3451 |
| 1960s | #3884 |
| 1970s | #4382 |
| 1980s | #5414 |
| 1990s | #6627 |
| 2000s | #6685 |
| 2010s | #8592 |
| 2020s | #9341 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Johnston are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Johnston alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Johnston in 2025?
- Johnston ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Johnston most popular?
- Johnston peaked in 1914, reaching #2271 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Johnston with classmates?
- Johnston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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