Tome
boy nameTome entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2665 in 1919, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2665
peak (1919)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3550 |
| 1920s | #3732 |
| 1930s | #3274 |
| 1970s | #4986 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tome are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tome alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tome in 2025?
- Tome is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tome most popular?
- Tome peaked in 1919, reaching #2665 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tome with classmates?
- Tome will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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