Will my child share the name Clinton with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Clinton per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Clinton in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Clinton becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Clinton is declining: down 1,708 places since 2018, to #5,120 in 2024. It peaked at #784 in 1996.

Is Clinton a good choice for a distinctive name?

Clinton is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Clinton a popular baby name in the United States?

Clinton does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Clinton

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Clinton is a distinctive choice, ranked #5120 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Clinton in their class.

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UK Rank 2024

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About the Name Clinton

Clinton has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1708 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #784 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Clinton is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Clinton in their class.