Kryton
A masculine name likely derived from the element krypton, a noble gas.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kryton. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kryton today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kryton births was 2008 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kryton. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kryton. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2008
5 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2008 SSA rank
#13,715
Tracked since 2008
Popularity
Kryton: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kryton by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kryton during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kryton
The given name Kryton has its origins in ancient Greek mythology and literature, dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "krypton," which translates to "hidden" or "concealed." The name's connection to secrecy and mystery is reflected in its use throughout history.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kryton can be found in Plato's dialogue "Cratylus," where it is mentioned as a hypothetical name given to a person who is skilled in concealing their true nature or intentions. This association with duplicity and cryptic behavior has carried through to later interpretations of the name.
In the 3rd century BCE, a Spartan soldier named Kryton was celebrated for his bravery and cunning during the Peloponnesian War. His ability to infiltrate enemy camps and gather intelligence played a crucial role in several victories for the Spartan army. Kryton's exploits were documented in the historical records of ancient Greek historians, further cementing the name's association with stealth and secrecy.
During the Byzantine era, a prominent scholar and philosopher named Kryton of Alexandria (c. 450 - 520 CE) gained renown for his treatises on metaphysics and the nature of reality. His works, which explored the concept of hidden truths and the veil of illusion that obscures them, were heavily influenced by the teachings of Neoplatonism and the ideas of the name's origins.
In the 12th century, a Persian poet and mystic named Kryton al-Rumi (1207 - 1273) rose to prominence for his spiritual poetry and teachings on the path to enlightenment. His works often referred to the concept of unveiling the hidden truths within oneself, echoing the name's symbolic meaning.
During the Renaissance period, an Italian artist and architect named Kryton Buonarroti (1475 - 1564) gained fame for his intricate and meticulously planned designs. His attention to detail and ability to conceal hidden messages and symbolism within his works led many to associate his name with the concept of secrecy and concealment.
While the name Kryton has largely fallen out of common usage in modern times, its historical significance and symbolic associations with mystery, secrecy, and hidden truths continue to resonate throughout various cultures and literary works.
People
Kryton + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kryton as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kryton: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kryton?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kryton going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kryton a common name?
We classify Kryton as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kryton most popular?
The single biggest year for Kryton was 2008, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kryton is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kryton in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kryton a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kryton in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kryton still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kryton in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kryton can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Kryton?
See how many Americans are named Kryton on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.