Dat
boy nameDat entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #2038 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#2038
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1980s | #3339 |
| 1990s | #3895 |
| 2000s | #5549 |
| 2010s | #9048 |
| 2020s | #12022 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Dat are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dat alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dat in 2025?
- Dat is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dat most popular?
- Dat peaked in 1981, reaching #2038 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dat with classmates?
- Dat will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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