How popular is the name Morton in 2025?

Morton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Morton most popular?

Morton peaked in 1888, reaching #239 among US boy names.

Morton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Morton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #239 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#239

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,900 people named Morton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Morton alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Morton in 2025?: Morton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Morton most popular?: Morton peaked in 1888, reaching #239 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Morton with classmates?: Morton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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