Sexton
boy nameSexton entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3545 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3545
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 1920s | #3815 |
| 1970s | #5464 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sexton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sexton alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sexton in 2025?
- Sexton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sexton most popular?
- Sexton peaked in 1917, reaching #3545 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sexton with classmates?
- Sexton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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