Tell
boy name#7679 in 2025Tell entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #3705 in 1988, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
#7679
rank today
#3705
peak (1988)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4887 |
| 1990s | #7454 |
| 2000s | #12273 |
| 2010s | #9896 |
| 2020s | #9036 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Tell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tell alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tell in 2025?
- Tell ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tell most popular?
- Tell peaked in 1988, reaching #3705 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tell with classmates?
- Tell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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