Thorton
boy nameThorton entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3357 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#3357
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3977 |
| 1940s | #3668 |
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #8800 |
| 2010s | #11539 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thorton are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thorton alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thorton in 2025?
- Thorton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Thorton most popular?
- Thorton peaked in 1928, reaching #3357 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thorton with classmates?
- Thorton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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