Boy
Trenton
town by the river Trent, Trent's town
About Trenton
Classic American styling defines Trenton, a name rooted in geographic tradition yet entirely personal in application. This choice offers familiarity without overuse, striking that desirable balance between recognizable and distinctive. The strong, clear pronunciation eliminates confusion while the three-syllable structure provides satisfying rhythm and completeness. Trenton carries an all-American quality that feels wholesome and approachable, suggesting reliability and straightforwardness. Parents often choose this name for its solid, dependable character and its ability to suit various personality types. It works equally well for athletes, scholars, and creative types, never boxing your child into predetermined expectations. The name maintains professional credibility while remaining friendly and accessible. Trenton represents traditional American naming at its finest—unpretentious, strong, and enduring. It's a choice that honors heritage while giving your child a name he'll never struggle to spell or explain.
Popularity of the Name Trenton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | #878 | |
| 1964 | #811 | |
| 1965 | #757 | |
| 1966 | #745 | |
| 1967 | #698 | |
| 1968 | #633 | |
| 1969 | #589 | |
| 1970 | #536 | |
| 1971 | #526 | |
| 1972 | #537 | |
| 1973 | #574 | |
| 1974 | #523 | |
| 1975 | #489 | |
| 1976 | #504 | |
| 1977 | #481 | |
| 1978 | #411 | |
| 1979 | #392 | |
| 1980 | #437 | |
| 1981 | #450 | |
| 1982 | #405 | |
| 1983 | #390 | |
| 1984 | #358 | |
| 1985 | #309 | |
| 1986 | #307 | |
| 1987 | #316 | |
| 1988 | #283 | |
| 1989 | #256 | |
| 1990 | #266 | |
| 1991 | #253 | #531 |
| 1992 | #239 | #570 |
| 1993 | #229 | #553 |
| 1994 | #224 | #513 |
| 1995 | #199 | #413 |
| 1996 | #187 | #393 |
| 1997 | #182 | #366 |
| 1998 | #183 | #420 |
| 1999 | #180 | #365 |
| 2000 | #179 | #285 |
| 2001 | #181 | #415 |
| 2002 | #180 | #371 |
| 2003 | #179 | #386 |
| 2004 | #188 | #397 |
| 2005 | #190 | #477 |
| 2006 | #192 | #373 |
| 2007 | #178 | #436 |
| 2008 | #196 | #461 |
| 2009 | #208 | #397 |
| 2010 | #213 | #530 |
| 2011 | #217 | #495 |
| 2012 | #239 | #620 |
| 2013 | #266 | #675 |
| 2014 | #305 | #889 |
| 2015 | #339 | #860 |
| 2016 | #389 | #768 |
| 2017 | #449 | |
| 2018 | #511 | |
| 2019 | #546 | |
| 2020 | #619 | |
| 2021 | #656 | |
| 2022 | #775 | |
| 2023 | #858 | |
| 2024 | #885 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Trenton
Names Similar to Trenton
Nicknames for Trenton
- Trent
- Tony
- T.T.
- Trenny
Famous People Named Trenton
| Trenton Doyle Hancock | American artist |
| Trenton Hassell | Former NBA player |
| Trenton Meacham | American basketball player |
| Trenton Merrill | American soccer player |
| Trenton Brown | NFL football player |
| Trenton Robinson | American football player |
| Trenton Hughes | British musician |
| Trenton Oldfield | Australian activist |
| Trenton Lewis | Arkansas factory worker recognized for his long daily walk to work |
| Trenton Woodley | Australian musician, lead vocalist of Hands Like Houses |
Characters Named Trenton
| Trenton Bishop | A character from the TV series "Suits" |
| Trenton Marquis | A character from the novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald |
| Trenton Drake | A character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Trenton Rivers | A character from the TV series "The O.C" |
| Trenton Rockwell | A character from the video game "Red Dead Redemption 2" |
| Trenton Redcorn | A character from the TV series "King of the Hill" |
| Trenton Steele | A character from the TV series "Castle" |
| Trenton Sanchez | A character from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Trenton Tinseltooth | A character from the animated film "Rise of the Guardians" |
| Trenton Chase | A character from the TV series "Gossip Girl" |