How Many People Are Named Ton?
Complete statistics for the name Ton: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Ton is a very rare male name, with only 26 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 12,844,020 Americans. It peaked in popularity back in 1986 with 7 births, but its current trend is stable, suggesting it's a name for the newer generation.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 36All 27 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: 1986Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Ton Through the Generations
Ton's journey through the generations shows a steady presence, though it's far from common. With only 27 recorded births since records began, Ton has remained a niche choice. The name's current bearers span a wide age range, with 19% under 30 and 81% aged between 30 and 60, indicating a relatively even distribution across different age groups. This stability suggests Ton isn't fading away but rather maintaining its unique status among names.
⭐ Famous People Named Ton
Ton is a Dutch masculine given name, short for Anton or Antonius. People with the name include:Ton Alberts (1927–1999), Dutch architect Ton Alblas (1940–2015), Dutch politician Ton Alcover, Spanish footballer Ton Anbeek, Dutch author and literary critic Ton Blanker, Dutch footballer Ton Berns, Dutch molecular geneticist Ton Bisseling, Dutch molecular biologist Ton Boot, Dutch basketball player and coach Ton Butter (1920–1999), Dutch economist Ton Buunk, Dutch water polo player Ton Caanen, Dutch football manager Ton du Chatinier, Dutch footballer Ton Cornelissen, Dutch footballer Ton van Duinho…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Ton's American roots
📄 About the Name Ton
How Many People Have the Name Ton?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 5,259 people in the United States currently share the name Ton. That works out to roughly 1 in every 63,025 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Ton a Common or Rare Name?
Ton 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.
What Does the Name Ton Mean?
Ton means "modern coinage, evokes simplicity" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Ton in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Ton Most Popular?
The name Ton reached peak popularity in 1986, with 7 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 Ton?
Approximately 5,259 people named Ton live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,259. That works out to roughly 1 in 63,025 Americans.
Is Ton a rare name?
Ton is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 63,025 Americans has this name.
What does the name Ton mean?
Ton means "modern coinage, evokes simplicity" and comes from American origins.
Is Ton more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ton are male and 0% are female.
When was Ton most popular?
Ton peaked in 1986 with 7 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.