Tess
girl name#1777 in 2025Tess entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #465 in 1992, ranks #1777 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1889–2025
#1777
rank today
#465
peak (1992)
113
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1147 |
| 1890s | #1275 |
| 1900s | #1350 |
| 1910s | #1856 |
| 1920s | #2604 |
| 1930s | #3860 |
| 1940s | #4502 |
| 1950s | #4102 |
| 1960s | #2368 |
| 1970s | #2511 |
| 1980s | #1331 |
| 1990s | #534 |
| 2000s | #694 |
| 2010s | #1098 |
| 2020s | #1655 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tess has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 14,000 people named Tess are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tess alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tess in 2025?
- Tess ranks #1777 among US girl names in 2025, with 113 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tess most popular?
- Tess peaked in 1992, reaching #465 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tess with classmates?
- Tess will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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