Declining since 1985, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Cliffton since 1912
Babies named Cliffton per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 39 |
| 1920s | 46 |
| 1930s | 31 |
| 1940s | 73 |
| 1950s | 181 |
| 1960s | 200 |
| 1970s | 412 |
| 1980s | 468 |
| 1990s | 199 |
| 2000s | 121 |
| 2010s | 80 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Cliffton, a variant spelling of the more common Clifton, has been in use in the United States since at least 1912. Its peak popularity came in 1977, though it has never been a top-tier name. In recent decades, its usage has been declining, particularly since 1985. As of 2023, it ranks 10,695th, with about 1 in every 284,679 newborn boys receiving the name. The name has historically seen sporadic use across various states but has not concentrated strongly in any particular region. Its appeal lies in its straightforward meaning and sturdy, surname-style feel.
Cliffton is a variant spelling of the surname and given name Clifton, which originates from various places in England named Clifton. The Old English elements 'clif' (cliff, bank, steep slope) and 'tūn' (enclosure, settlement, town) combine to mean 'settlement by a cliff'. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cliff, Cliffy
Variants: Clifton
Sibling names for Cliffton
Names that share Cliffton's style, for a brother or sister.
