Shanton
boy nameShanton entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #3013 in 1973, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
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rank today
#3013
peak (1973)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3930 |
| 1970s | #4910 |
| 1980s | #6385 |
| 1990s | #9912 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shanton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shanton alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shanton in 2025?
- Shanton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shanton most popular?
- Shanton peaked in 1973, reaching #3013 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shanton with classmates?
- Shanton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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