Tennessee
girl name#4878 in 2025Tennessee entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #556 in 1884, ranks #4878 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4878
rank today
#556
peak (1884)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #847 |
| 1890s | #1184 |
| 1900s | #1350 |
| 1910s | #2115 |
| 1920s | #3812 |
| 1930s | #3929 |
| 1940s | #4155 |
| 1990s | #10700 |
| 2000s | #12085 |
| 2010s | #6251 |
| 2020s | #5181 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tennessee has been most popular in TX, CA, TN.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Tennessee are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tennessee 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 Tennessee in 2025?
- Tennessee ranks #4878 among US girl names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tennessee most popular?
- Tennessee peaked in 1884, reaching #556 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tennessee with classmates?
- Tennessee will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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