Hinton

Q: How popular is the name Hinton?

Hinton is ranked #28354 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ h-IHNT-uhn ]

Boy Name #28,354 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Hinton is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-IHNT-uhn.

Parents who love the name Hinton often also consider Eligha, Aros, .

Popularity Over Time

#28,354

Current Rank

Peaked 1963 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #28,354
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Hin Hiy Hinie Hintie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hinton

Is Hinton a boy or girl name?

Hinton is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Hinton?

Hinton is pronounced h-IHNT-uhn.

How popular is the name Hinton?

Hinton is currently ranked #28354 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Hinton?

Common nicknames for Hinton include Hin, Hiy, Hinie, and Hintie.

Is Hinton a common or rare name?

Hinton is an uncommon name, ranked #28354 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Hinton

Hinton is a boy name .

Hinton is currently ranked #28,354 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Hinton include Hin, Hiy, Hinie, and Hintie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.