How popular is the name Norton in 2025?

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

When was the name Norton most popular?

Norton peaked in 1897, reaching #681 among US boy names.

Norton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Norton entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #681 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#681

peak (1897)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Norton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Norton alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Norton in 2025?: Norton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Norton most popular?: Norton peaked in 1897, reaching #681 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Norton with classmates?: Norton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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