Tai
girl name#8860 in 2025Tai entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #939 in 1980, ranks #8860 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
#8860
rank today
#939
peak (1980)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5031 |
| 1960s | #6591 |
| 1970s | #4622 |
| 1980s | #2274 |
| 1990s | #3209 |
| 2000s | #4163 |
| 2010s | #7832 |
| 2020s | #7997 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tai has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Tai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tai alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tai in 2025?
- Tai ranks #8860 among US girl names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tai most popular?
- Tai peaked in 1980, reaching #939 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tai with classmates?
- Tai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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