Princeton
boy name#652 in 2025Princeton entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #402 in 2017, ranks #652 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1950–2025
#652
rank today
#402
peak (2017)
422
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3486 |
| 1960s | #3599 |
| 1970s | #4309 |
| 1980s | #1971 |
| 1990s | #2446 |
| 2000s | #2484 |
| 2010s | #602 |
| 2020s | #534 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Princeton has been most popular in TX, GA, FL.
Living bearers
About 10,000 people named Princeton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Princeton is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Princeton in 2025?
- Princeton ranks #652 among US boy names in 2025, with 422 babies given the name.
- When was the name Princeton most popular?
- Princeton peaked in 2017, reaching #402 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Princeton with classmates?
- Princeton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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