Broughton
Pronunciation: [ br-AWT-uhn ]
Broughton is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,142 in the US, popular nicknames include Bro, Bry, and Broie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Broughton first appeared in US Social Security records in 2017.
Over 6 babies have been named Broughton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Broughton is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #19,142 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,142
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Broughton
Broughton is a boy name .
Broughton is currently ranked #19,142 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Broughton include Bro, Bry, Broie, and Brouie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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