Tessie
girl name#10917 in 2025Tessie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #310 in 1917, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10917
rank today
#310
peak (1917)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #438 |
| 1890s | #360 |
| 1900s | #358 |
| 1910s | #342 |
| 1920s | #492 |
| 1930s | #878 |
| 1940s | #1284 |
| 1950s | #1620 |
| 1960s | #1456 |
| 1970s | #1816 |
| 1980s | #2581 |
| 1990s | #4678 |
| 2000s | #7937 |
| 2010s | #9608 |
| 2020s | #10626 |
Living bearers
About 2,800 people named Tessie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tessie alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tessie in 2025?
- Tessie ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tessie most popular?
- Tessie peaked in 1917, reaching #310 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Tessie with classmates?
- Tessie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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