How Many People Are Named Barron?
Complete statistics for the name Barron: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Barron, a very rare male name, is held by just 4,579 people in the US, making up 1 in 72,062 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name with 42% of its bearers under 30, peaking in popularity in 2024.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 5,327 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Barron Through the Generations
Barron has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 2,252 under 30, 1,667 aged 30-60, and 1,408 over 60, it's clear that Barron is a name favored by those looking for something unique yet strong. The peak year of 2024, with 219 births, indicates a growing trend towards this name, suggesting it will continue to be a popular choice for parents seeking a distinctive moniker.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Barron
Barron is a masculine given name, a transferred use of the surname. Baron is a spelling variant. The name Barron increased in use for boys in the United States following the election of President Donald Trump, whose youngest son is Barron Trump.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Barron's English surname used as a first name roots
📄 About the Name Barron
How Many People Have the Name Barron?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 49,096 people in the United States currently share the name Barron. That works out to roughly 1 in every 6,751 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Barron a Common or Rare Name?
Barron is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Barron Mean?
Barron means "English occupational surname (one who rides)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Barron in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Barron Most Popular?
The name Barron reached peak popularity in 2024, with 219 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Barron?
Approximately 49,096 people named Barron live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 49,096. That works out to roughly 1 in 6,751 Americans.
Is Barron a rare name?
Barron is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 6,751 Americans has this name.
What does the name Barron mean?
Barron means "English occupational surname (one who rides)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.
Is Barron more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Barron are male and 0% are female.
When was Barron most popular?
Barron peaked in 2024 with 219 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.