Tau
boy name#12008 in 2025Tau entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #4418 in 1976, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
#12008
rank today
#4418
peak (1976)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5095 |
| 1990s | #8635 |
| 2010s | #11503 |
| 2020s | #12008 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tau are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tau 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 Tau in 2025?
- Tau ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tau most popular?
- Tau peaked in 1976, reaching #4418 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tau with classmates?
- Tau will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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