Tej
boy name#6446 in 2025Tej entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #3158 in 2004, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1983–2025
#6446
rank today
#3158
peak (2004)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6191 |
| 1990s | #6474 |
| 2000s | #4005 |
| 2010s | #4083 |
| 2020s | #5321 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tej has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Tej are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tej alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tej in 2025?
- Tej ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tej most popular?
- Tej peaked in 2004, reaching #3158 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tej with classmates?
- Tej will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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