Tom
boy name#2183 in 2025Tom entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #40 in 1880, ranks #2183 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2183
rank today
#40
peak (1880)
65
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #47 |
| 1890s | #61 |
| 1900s | #75 |
| 1910s | #128 |
| 1920s | #140 |
| 1930s | #114 |
| 1940s | #91 |
| 1950s | #150 |
| 1960s | #133 |
| 1970s | #396 |
| 1980s | #633 |
| 1990s | #931 |
| 2000s | #1377 |
| 2010s | #1871 |
| 2020s | #2397 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Tom has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 69,500 people named Tom are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tom alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tom in 2025?
- Tom ranks #2183 among US boy names in 2025, with 65 babies given the name.
- When was the name Tom most popular?
- Tom peaked in 1880, reaching #40 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tom with classmates?
- Tom will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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