Lynton
boy nameLynton entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2629 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2629
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #3779 |
| 1930s | #2902 |
| 1940s | #3368 |
| 1950s | #3893 |
| 2010s | #12156 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lynton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lynton alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lynton in 2025?
- Lynton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lynton most popular?
- Lynton peaked in 1936, reaching #2629 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lynton with classmates?
- Lynton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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