Thelton
boy nameThelton entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2496 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2496
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3496 |
| 1920s | #4044 |
| 1930s | #3283 |
| 1940s | #3364 |
| 1950s | #3543 |
| 1960s | #4048 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thelton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thelton alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thelton in 2025?
- Thelton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Thelton most popular?
- Thelton peaked in 1913, reaching #2496 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thelton with classmates?
- Thelton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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