Tear
girl nameTear entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #8324 in 1971, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#8324
peak (1971)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8324 |
| 1980s | #10422 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tear are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tear alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tear in 2025?
- Tear is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Tear most popular?
- Tear peaked in 1971, reaching #8324 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tear with classmates?
- Tear will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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