Kanton
boy nameKanton entered the US charts in 2005, peaked at #5733 in 2014, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2005–2025
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rank today
#5733
peak (2014)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10356 |
| 2010s | #6961 |
| 2020s | #10519 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Kanton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kanton is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kanton in 2025?
- Kanton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kanton most popular?
- Kanton peaked in 2014, reaching #5733 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kanton with classmates?
- Kanton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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