Tessa
boy nameTessa entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #6315 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#6315
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6315 |
| 2000s | #8143 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tessa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tessa alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tessa in 2025?
- Tessa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tessa most popular?
- Tessa peaked in 1984, reaching #6315 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tessa with classmates?
- Tessa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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