Tecumseh
boy nameTecumseh entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3516 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3516
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3516 |
| 1990s | #8225 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
| 2010s | #8796 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tecumseh are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tecumseh alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tecumseh in 2025?
- Tecumseh is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tecumseh most popular?
- Tecumseh peaked in 1916, reaching #3516 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tecumseh with classmates?
- Tecumseh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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