Tanaka
boy nameTanaka entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #5587 in 1976, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#5587
peak (1976)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5587 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tanaka are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tanaka alive today was born around 1976, making them about 49 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tanaka in 2025?
- Tanaka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tanaka most popular?
- Tanaka peaked in 1976, reaching #5587 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tanaka with classmates?
- Tanaka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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