Thaddus
boy nameThaddus entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3041 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3041
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3768 |
| 1920s | #4039 |
| 1950s | #3842 |
| 1960s | #3831 |
| 1970s | #5476 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thaddus are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thaddus alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thaddus in 2025?
- Thaddus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Thaddus most popular?
- Thaddus peaked in 1962, reaching #3041 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thaddus with classmates?
- Thaddus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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