How Many People Are Named Norton?

Complete statistics for the name Norton: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Norton
Uncommon
English surname used as a first name

Norton, a very rare male name, is held by just 518 people in the US today, making up 1 in 636,826 Americans. This classic name peaked in popularity way back in 1928 with 74 births, and it's now stable, with most Nortons being over 60.

~59,666
Living in US
1 in 5,555
Americans
1928
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
English occupational surname (one who rides)
🌐
Origin
English surname used as a first name
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Dignified Reliable Strong
33
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 33 signifies a person who's destined to make significant contributions to humanity.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

973
Worldwide Bearers
#66,396
Global Rank
🇿🇲 Zambia
131
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
82
🇯🇲 Jamaica
78
🇵🇹 Portugal
74
🇻🇪 Venezuela
73
🇪🇨 Ecuador
64
🇮🇳 India
61
🇨🇴 Colombia
36
🇵🇪 Peru
34
🇦🇺 Australia
32

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
518 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 93
25
Would be under 30 (1%)
144
Would be 30–60 (6%)
2,141
Would be over 60 (93%)

All 2,310 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: 1928

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
92
Classic Feel
85
Modern Appeal
15
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Norton Through the Generations

Norton has been a name through the ages, but its usage has dwindled significantly since its peak in 1928. Today, the vast majority of Nortons are over 60, with only 25 under 30 and 144 aged between 30 and 60. This stark age distribution reflects the name's declining popularity and its association with older generations. its rarity, Norton remains a stable choice, cherished by those who appreciate its traditional roots.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 249
Illinois 133
Pennsylvania 76
Ohio 28
California 26
Massachusetts 15
Minnesota 11
Missouri 10
Kentucky 7
Iowa 5

⭐ Famous People Named Norton

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✨ Similar Names to Norton

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Norton's English surname used as a first name roots

📄 About the Name Norton

How Many People Have the Name Norton?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 59,666 people in the United States currently share the name Norton. That works out to roughly 1 in every 5,555 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.

Is Norton a Common or Rare Name?

Norton 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 Norton Mean?

Norton 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 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Norton in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Norton Most Popular?

The name Norton reached peak popularity in 1928, with 74 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Norton?

Approximately 59,666 people named Norton live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 59,666. That works out to roughly 1 in 5,555 Americans.

Is Norton a rare name?

Norton is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 5,555 Americans has this name.

What does the name Norton mean?

Norton means "English occupational surname (one who rides)" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.

Is Norton more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Norton are male and 0% are female.

When was Norton most popular?

Norton peaked in 1928 with 74 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US59,666
All-Time Births59,666
1 in X1 in 5,555
RarityUncommon
GenderMale
Avg Age93
Peak Year1928
World Rank#66,396
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.