Tolbert
boy nameTolbert entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #641 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
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rank today
#641
peak (1885)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #775 |
| 1890s | #856 |
| 1900s | #1272 |
| 1910s | #1693 |
| 1920s | #2020 |
| 1930s | #2484 |
| 1940s | #2318 |
| 1950s | #2480 |
| 1960s | #3403 |
| 1970s | #4494 |
| 1980s | #6089 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Tolbert are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tolbert alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tolbert in 2025?
- Tolbert is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tolbert most popular?
- Tolbert peaked in 1885, reaching #641 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tolbert with classmates?
- Tolbert will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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