Compton
Pronunciation: [ k-AHMPT-uhn ]
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Compton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 54 babies have been named Compton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Compton is past its peak , currently ranked #20,225 for boy names in the US .
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- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,225
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Compton
Compton is a boy name .
Compton is currently ranked #20,225 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Compton include Com, Comp, Compy, Compie, Ton, Tony, Tonie, Coy, Coie, and Comkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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