Tone
boy nameTone entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #6056 in 1979, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#6056
peak (1979)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1990s | #8052 |
| 2010s | #12086 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Tone are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Tone alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tone in 2025?
- Tone is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tone most popular?
- Tone peaked in 1979, reaching #6056 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tone with classmates?
- Tone will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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