Thandiwe
girl nameThandiwe entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #9264 in 2004, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
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rank today
#9264
peak (2004)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10411 |
| 1990s | #12584 |
| 2000s | #13260 |
| 2010s | #14558 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thandiwe are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thandiwe 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 Thandiwe in 2025?
- Thandiwe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Thandiwe most popular?
- Thandiwe peaked in 2004, reaching #9264 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Thandiwe with classmates?
- Thandiwe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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