How popular is the name Overton in 2025?

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

When was the name Overton most popular?

Overton peaked in 1888, reaching #917 among US boy names.

Overton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Overton entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #917 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#917

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Overton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Overton alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Overton in 2025?: Overton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Overton most popular?: Overton peaked in 1888, reaching #917 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Overton with classmates?: Overton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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