Tan
boy nameTan entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #1975 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#1975
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3899 |
| 1980s | #2596 |
| 1990s | #3787 |
| 2000s | #6006 |
| 2010s | #9162 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Tan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tan alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tan in 2025?
- Tan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tan most popular?
- Tan peaked in 1985, reaching #1975 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tan with classmates?
- Tan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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