Trenton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTREN-ton / ˈtrɛntənEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: town by the Trent; Latin: derived from 'Trentus', a river name
Historical & Cultural Background
Trenton is a name that has its roots in English place names, particularly referring to towns near the River Trent in England. The name gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the 19th century. Trenton is also the name of the capital city of New Jersey, which further popularized its use as a given name.
Trend Summary
Trenton has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trent
- Trentyn
International Variants
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Famous people named Trenton
Trenton Lee Stewart is an American author known for his children's literature, particularly the 'Mysterious Benedict Society' series.
Trenton Hassell is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA.
Trenton Simpson is a notable American football player who has played in college football.
Trenton M. Smith is a recognized figure in the field of environmental science.
Fictional characters named Trenton
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trenton was first seen in the United States in 1913. Trenton has ranked as high as #322 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Trenton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trenton (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 21 | |
| TX | 18 | |
| OH | 16 | |
| KY | 14 | |
| AL | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| VA | 12 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| IN | 10 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| MI | 8 | |
| MO | 8 | |
| SC | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 29 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 38 |
| 1960 | 43 |
| 1961 | 52 |
| 1962 | 48 |
| 1963 | 73 |
| 1964 | 86 |
| 1965 | 97 |
| 1966 | 99 |
| 1967 | 114 |
| 1968 | 144 |
| 1969 | 175 |
| 1970 | 228 |
| 1971 | 234 |
| 1972 | 220 |
| 1973 | 192 |
| 1974 | 230 |
| 1975 | 269 |
| 1976 | 255 |
| 1977 | 285 |
| 1978 | 359 |
| 1979 | 419 |
| 1980 | 356 |
| 1981 | 336 |
| 1982 | 418 |
| 1983 | 429 |
| 1984 | 510 |
| 1985 | 663 |
| 1986 | 670 |
| 1987 | 673 |
| 1988 | 828 |
| 1989 | 994 |
| 1990 | 1,011 |
| 1991 | 1,085 |
| 1992 | 1,203 |
| 1993 | 1,278 |
| 1994 | 1,298 |
| 1995 | 1,529 |
| 1996 | 1,707 |
| 1997 | 1,808 |
| 1998 | 1,830 |
| 1999 | 1,943 |
| 2000 | 2,063 |
| 2001 | 2,082 |
| 2002 | 2,119 |
| 2003 | 2,181 |
| 2004 | 2,055 |
| 2005 | 2,104 |
| 2006 | 2,070 |
| 2007 | 2,335 |
| 2008 | 2,055 |
| 2009 | 1,834 |
| 2010 | 1,691 |
| 2011 | 1,629 |
| 2012 | 1,512 |
| 2013 | 1,339 |
| 2014 | 1,159 |
| 2015 | 1,015 |
| 2016 | 821 |
| 2017 | 682 |
| 2018 | 551 |
| 2019 | 515 |
| 2020 | 437 |
| 2021 | 415 |
| 2022 | 326 |
| 2023 | 279 |
| 2024 | 269 |