Orton
boy nameOrton entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #1091 in 1905, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1905–2025
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rank today
#1091
peak (1905)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1091 |
| 1910s | #2430 |
| 1920s | #2930 |
| 1930s | #2890 |
| 1950s | #3714 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Orton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Orton alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orton in 2025?
- Orton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Orton most popular?
- Orton peaked in 1905, reaching #1091 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Orton with classmates?
- Orton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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