Tait
boy nameTait entered the US charts in 1967, peaked at #1439 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1967–2025
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rank today
#1439
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3223 |
| 1970s | #1914 |
| 1980s | #3468 |
| 1990s | #3088 |
| 2000s | #3120 |
| 2010s | #5365 |
| 2020s | #8692 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Tait are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tait alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tait in 2025?
- Tait is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tait most popular?
- Tait peaked in 1974, reaching #1439 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tait with classmates?
- Tait will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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