Thad
boy name#8910 in 2025Thad entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #401 in 1967, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#8910
rank today
#401
peak (1967)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #628 |
| 1890s | #789 |
| 1900s | #728 |
| 1910s | #990 |
| 1920s | #977 |
| 1930s | #939 |
| 1940s | #897 |
| 1950s | #863 |
| 1960s | #594 |
| 1970s | #638 |
| 1980s | #1210 |
| 1990s | #2241 |
| 2000s | #3625 |
| 2010s | #4935 |
| 2020s | #8649 |
Living bearers
About 5,700 people named Thad are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thad alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thad in 2025?
- Thad ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Thad most popular?
- Thad peaked in 1967, reaching #401 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thad with classmates?
- Thad will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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