Tempe
girl nameTempe entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #4420 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
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rank today
#4420
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4832 |
| 1960s | #5823 |
| 1970s | #8986 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tempe are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tempe alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tempe in 2025?
- Tempe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Tempe most popular?
- Tempe peaked in 1941, reaching #4420 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tempe with classmates?
- Tempe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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