Will my child share the name Fenton with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named Fenton per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Fenton in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Fenton becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Fenton is declining: down 1,456 places since 2020, to #3,684 in 2025. It peaked at #590 in 2004.

Is Fenton a good choice for a distinctive name?

Fenton 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 Fenton a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Fenton is a distinctive choice, ranked #3684 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Fenton in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Fenton

Fenton has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1258 places in five years. It was most popular in 2004 at #590 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

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