Sumpter
boy nameSumpter entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #1066 in 1892, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1892–2025
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rank today
#1066
peak (1892)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1073 |
| 1910s | #3177 |
| 1920s | #3773 |
| 1930s | #2651 |
| 1950s | #3798 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Sumpter are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Sumpter alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sumpter in 2025?
- Sumpter is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Sumpter most popular?
- Sumpter peaked in 1892, reaching #1066 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Sumpter with classmates?
- Sumpter will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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