Thurston
boy name#12008 in 2025Thurston entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #667 in 1913, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
#12008
rank today
#667
peak (1913)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #764 |
| 1890s | #912 |
| 1900s | #960 |
| 1910s | #831 |
| 1920s | #948 |
| 1930s | #1109 |
| 1940s | #1136 |
| 1950s | #1319 |
| 1960s | #1451 |
| 1970s | #1840 |
| 1980s | #2264 |
| 1990s | #4091 |
| 2000s | #4897 |
| 2010s | #5706 |
| 2020s | #8394 |
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Thurston are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thurston alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thurston in 2025?
- Thurston ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Thurston most popular?
- Thurston peaked in 1913, reaching #667 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thurston with classmates?
- Thurston will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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