Swanson
boy nameSwanson entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2266 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2266
peak (1934)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3842 |
| 1920s | #3523 |
| 1930s | #3011 |
| 1940s | #3015 |
| 1950s | #3993 |
| 1960s | #3646 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Swanson are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Swanson alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Swanson in 2025?
- Swanson is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Swanson most popular?
- Swanson peaked in 1934, reaching #2266 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Swanson with classmates?
- Swanson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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