How Many People Are Named Overton?
Complete statistics for the name Overton: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Overton is a very rare male name, with only 123 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 2,689,491 Americans. The vast majority, 94%, are over 60, giving it a decidedly older-generation feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 1 are seen as natural leaders, driven to succeed and make their mark.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 94All 544 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: 1918Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Overton Through the Generations
Overton has been a stable presence through the generations, peaking in popularity in 1918 with 29 births. Today, there are 123 people named Overton living in the United States, with most being over 60 years old. This skew towards an older demographic reflects its status as a classic, old-school name that doesn't see much use among younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Overton's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Overton
How Many People Have the Name Overton?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 17,751 people in the United States currently share the name Overton. That works out to roughly 1 in every 18,672 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Overton a Common or Rare Name?
Overton is classified as Rare. 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Overton in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Overton Most Popular?
The name Overton reached peak popularity in 1918, with 29 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 Overton?
Approximately 17,751 people named Overton live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 17,751. That works out to roughly 1 in 18,672 Americans.
Is Overton a rare name?
Overton is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 18,672 Americans has this name.
What does the name Overton mean?
The meaning and origin of Overton are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Overton more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Overton are male and 0% are female.
When was Overton most popular?
Overton peaked in 1918 with 29 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.