How popular is the name Thurman in 2025?

Thurman is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Thurman most popular?

Thurman peaked in 1888, reaching #204 among US boy names.

Thurman will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Thurman entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #204 in 1888, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#204

peak (1888)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 5,900 people named Thurman are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Thurman alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Thurman in 2025?: Thurman is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Thurman most popular?: Thurman peaked in 1888, reaching #204 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Thurman with classmates?: Thurman will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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