Tay
boy name#7679 in 2025Tay entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #3480 in 1939, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
#7679
rank today
#3480
peak (1939)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3480 |
| 1950s | #3505 |
| 1960s | #3650 |
| 1970s | #5123 |
| 1980s | #4593 |
| 1990s | #7591 |
| 2000s | #8946 |
| 2010s | #10631 |
| 2020s | #9490 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Tay are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tay alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tay in 2025?
- Tay ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tay most popular?
- Tay peaked in 1939, reaching #3480 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tay with classmates?
- Tay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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