Thoreau
boy nameThoreau entered the US charts in 2013, peaked at #8215 in 2019, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2013–2025
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rank today
#8215
peak (2019)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #10788 |
| 2020s | #9714 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thoreau are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thoreau is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thoreau in 2025?
- Thoreau is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Thoreau most popular?
- Thoreau peaked in 2019, reaching #8215 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thoreau with classmates?
- Thoreau will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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