Liston
boy nameListon entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #917 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
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rank today
#917
peak (1888)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #917 |
| 1910s | #1961 |
| 1920s | #1926 |
| 1930s | #2128 |
| 1940s | #2067 |
| 1950s | #2552 |
| 1960s | #3007 |
| 1970s | #4888 |
| 1980s | #5462 |
| 1990s | #8018 |
| 2000s | #9719 |
| 2010s | #9595 |
| 2020s | #11589 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Liston are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Liston alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Liston in 2025?
- Liston is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Liston most popular?
- Liston peaked in 1888, reaching #917 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Liston with classmates?
- Liston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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