Thornton
boy name#7679 in 2025Thornton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #430 in 1888, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#7679
rank today
#430
peak (1888)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #561 |
| 1890s | #701 |
| 1900s | #807 |
| 1910s | #792 |
| 1920s | #949 |
| 1930s | #1129 |
| 1940s | #1132 |
| 1950s | #1394 |
| 1960s | #1806 |
| 1970s | #2860 |
| 1980s | #3989 |
| 1990s | #4635 |
| 2000s | #7391 |
| 2010s | #7726 |
| 2020s | #10079 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Thornton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thornton 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 Thornton in 2025?
- Thornton ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Thornton most popular?
- Thornton peaked in 1888, reaching #430 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thornton with classmates?
- Thornton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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