Tatum
boy name#202 in 2025Tatum entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #195 in 2024, ranks #202 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1973–2025
#202
rank today
#195
peak (2024)
1,736
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3491 |
| 1980s | #5031 |
| 1990s | #3961 |
| 2000s | #1822 |
| 2010s | #605 |
| 2020s | #304 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tatum has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 13,000 people named Tatum are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tatum is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tatum in 2025?
- Tatum ranks #202 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,736 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tatum most popular?
- Tatum peaked in 2024, reaching #195 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tatum with classmates?
- Tatum will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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