Tahir
boy name#2516 in 2025Tahir entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #1671 in 1999, ranks #2516 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
#2516
rank today
#1671
peak (1999)
53
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2967 |
| 1980s | #3681 |
| 1990s | #2434 |
| 2000s | #2276 |
| 2010s | #2756 |
| 2020s | #2092 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tahir has been most popular in NY, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,900 people named Tahir are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tahir alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tahir in 2025?
- Tahir ranks #2516 among US boy names in 2025, with 53 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tahir most popular?
- Tahir peaked in 1999, reaching #1671 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tahir with classmates?
- Tahir will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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