Lawton
boy name#3240 in 2025Lawton entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #613 in 1899, ranks #3240 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
#3240
rank today
#613
peak (1899)
36
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #878 |
| 1890s | #828 |
| 1900s | #909 |
| 1910s | #1302 |
| 1920s | #1281 |
| 1930s | #1380 |
| 1940s | #1571 |
| 1950s | #1666 |
| 1960s | #2002 |
| 1970s | #3030 |
| 1980s | #3848 |
| 1990s | #3437 |
| 2000s | #3234 |
| 2010s | #3203 |
| 2020s | #3143 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lawton has been most popular in Georgia, South Carolina, Florida.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Lawton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lawton alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lawton in 2025?
- Lawton ranks #3240 among US boy names in 2025, with 36 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lawton most popular?
- Lawton peaked in 1899, reaching #613 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lawton with classmates?
- Lawton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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